Care Home Chef | Menu Planning, Nutrition & HACCP

Jupiter Recruitment; Holt; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Induction and training

Enhanced bank holidays

Employee recognition programs

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend

Enhanced DBS costs

Rewards for long service

Job summary

Jupiter Recruitment is seeking a committed Chef for a brand-new care home in Holt, Norfolk. You will plan menus with residents, prepare and serve meals, and ensure dietary requirements are met. The role is full-time, days, with a salary of £18 per hour and generous benefits including a pension and training program.

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparation and catering is required. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage stock, and ensure HACCP compliance within budget guidance from the Home Manager.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering
• Experience in healthcare or hospitality preferred
• Ability to plan menus with residents and Manager
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Menu planning with residents and Manager
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and serving of meals
• Ensure menus are displayed with choices
• Cater for special diets and cultural needs
• Check stock quantities and place orders
• Supervise kitchen staff
• Follow HACCP processes and catering manual
• Manage food expenditure within budget with Home Manager

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

HACCP compliance

Dietary knowledge

Team supervision

Budgeting

Health and safety

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

Job description

Jupiter Recruitment is seeking a committed Chef for a brand-new care home in Holt, Norfolk. You will plan menus with residents, prepare and serve meals, and ensure dietary requirements are met. The role is full-time, days, with a salary of £18 per hour and generous benefits including a pension and training program.

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparation and catering is required. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage stock, and ensure HACCP compliance within budget guidance from the Home Manager.