Care Home Chef - Pocklington

Manpower UK Ltd; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Care Home Chef in Pocklington (YO42) to prepare nutritious meals and ensure hygiene standards. Candidates must have a Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery, a DBS check, and a driving license. This temporary role offers a competitive pay rate of £15.50 per hour and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive working environment

Temporary ongoing role

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a care home or similar catering environment.
• Valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Reliable, flexible, able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations to support daily meal service.
• Comply with care home policies and food safety regulations.

Skills

Professional Cookery Level 2

Hygiene standards maintenance

Food safety compliance

Independent work

Education

Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery

Job description

Overview

Care Home Chef - Pocklington (YO42)

• Pay rate: £15.50 per hour
• Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Contract: Temporary (approximately 3 months, with potential extension)
• Schedule: Rota-based – includes working 2 weekends per month

Manpower is currently recruiting for a temporary Care Home Chef to join a friendly care home based in Pocklington (YO42 area). We\'re looking for a dedicated and reliable chef who can prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals while maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in all food preparation and service
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations to support daily meal service
• Comply with care home policies and food safety regulations

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a care home or similar catering environment (desirable)
• Valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle – due to the location of the care home
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.50
• Temporary ongoing role (around 3 months, with the potential to extend)
• Supportive and welcoming working environment

If you\'re interested, please contact Manpower on (phone number removed) for more details or apply with CV