Care Home Chef: Nutritious Meals, Flexible Hours & Training

Agincare; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evenings off and every other weekend

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Career development up to QCF Level 5

Blue Light discounts

Company pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare's Tower Bridge Care Home in London is seeking a Chef to prepare nutritious, tasty meals tailored to residents' needs, with themed dining days and social dining experiences.

This role requires a minimum of 12 months UK work rights, 40 hours per week on a fixed pattern, and prior kitchen experience; knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is a plus. £16.15 per hour with benefits including career development and pension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• Available to work 40 hours per week on a set shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Dietary needs awareness

Job description

Agincare's Tower Bridge Care Home in London is seeking a Chef to prepare nutritious, tasty meals tailored to residents' needs, with themed dining days and social dining experiences.

This role requires a minimum of 12 months UK work rights, 40 hours per week on a fixed pattern, and prior kitchen experience; knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is a plus. £16.15 per hour with benefits including career development and pension.