Care Home Cook — Part Time, Nutritious Meals & Team Lead

QUINTESSENTIAL BRANDS UK GROUP LTD; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Colleague discounts

Making a Difference award

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a part-time Chef/Cook at Millfield Nursing Home, Bolsover, Chesterfield. This 22-hour-per-week role pays £14.33 per hour and involves creating nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs within a supportive kitchen team.

You will supervise daily meal preparation, manage orders and stock, and ensure compliance with HACCP and safety standards. Training and career development opportunities are provided in a caring, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in running a busy kitchen and supervising a team.
• Knowledge of HACCP, health and safety guidelines and food hygiene.
• Understanding of texture-modified diets and common food allergens.
• Ability to plan menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals that are nutritious and tailored to residents’ preferences and dietary needs.
• Supervise the kitchen team to ensure daily meals are prepared on time.
• Manage food orders, stock levels and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to HACCP and health & safety regulations to keep the kitchen safe.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and ensure areas are hygienic at all times.
• Coordinate stock rotation and sourcing from approved suppliers.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Dietary modification

Job description

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a part-time Chef/Cook at Millfield Nursing Home, Bolsover, Chesterfield. This 22-hour-per-week role pays £14.33 per hour and involves creating nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs within a supportive kitchen team.

You will supervise daily meal preparation, manage orders and stock, and ensure compliance with HACCP and safety standards. Training and career development opportunities are provided in a caring, community-focused environment.