Care Home Chef — Nutritious Meals, Great Hours, Training

Hampton Care Home; Charlton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a FT)

Job summary

Hampton Care Home in London area is seeking a Chef to deliver nutritious meals and manage daily kitchen operations. You will own food preparation, ensure dietary needs are met, and maintain cleanliness and high hygiene standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, consistency, and patient-focused service.

No late evenings or split shifts, with ongoing training opportunities and a supportive work-life balance. DBS checked, pension, and uniform provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen

Independent and team work

Positive and reliable approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1

City & Guilds 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Hampton Care Home in London area is seeking a Chef to deliver nutritious meals and manage daily kitchen operations. You will own food preparation, ensure dietary needs are met, and maintain cleanliness and high hygiene standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, consistency, and patient-focused service.

No late evenings or split shifts, with ongoing training opportunities and a supportive work-life balance. DBS checked, pension, and uniform provided as part of the package.