Care Kitchen Chef Full‑Time with Training and Benefits

Aurem Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS

Company pension

In-house training via Hippo platform

Funded apprenticeship courses

Yearly salary review

Refer a friend scheme (£750)

Job summary

Aurem Care in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated cook to join our care home kitchen. You will prepare meals, manage dietary requirements, and support meal service, while upholding HACCP standards and quality controls.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a pay of £15 per hour, equal to £31,200 annually. Benefits include a free DBS, a company pension, in-house training via Hippo and funded apprenticeships, plus a 750 referral bonus.

Qualifications

• Must have previous cooking experience.
• Understanding of IDDSI texture levels.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Proficiency in food preparation techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and special diet meals as instructed by care staff.
• Ensure high level of service for all meal times.
• Complete all HACCP documentation.
• Report defects to equipment to the Home Manager.
• Assist Head Chef with four weekly menu planning.
• Perform ad hoc duties to meet service delivery.

Job description

Aurem Care in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated cook to join our care home kitchen. You will prepare meals, manage dietary requirements, and support meal service, while upholding HACCP standards and quality controls.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a pay of £15 per hour, equal to £31,200 annually. Benefits include a free DBS, a company pension, in-house training via Hippo and funded apprenticeships, plus a 750 referral bonus.