Care Kitchen Chef: Nutritious Meals for Complex Needs

Bramley Health; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Travel discounts

Online courses

Confidential counselling

Job summary

Bramley Health's Maple Grove care home in Rickmansworth is recruiting a Cook to prepare nutritious meals and support residents with dietary needs. The role works closely with nursing staff to ensure high-quality care for up to 48 residents in a newly refurbished facility opening in March 2027.

The ideal candidate brings a warm personality, HACCP knowledge, and a current Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Must hold Food Hygiene Level 2 certification.
• Experience in kitchen/care settings preferred.
• Ability to follow dietary guidelines and residents' preferences.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation: prepare nutritional meals (lunch and dinner) per menu and dietary needs.
• Menu planning: assist in seasonal menu development reflecting resident preferences.
• Inventory management: order food and rotate stock, ensure items are labeled.
• Cleaning and organisation: keep kitchen clean and maintain equipment; ensure hygiene standards.

Skills

Warm personality

Nutrition knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Bramley Health's Maple Grove care home in Rickmansworth is recruiting a Cook to prepare nutritious meals and support residents with dietary needs. The role works closely with nursing staff to ensure high-quality care for up to 48 residents in a newly refurbished facility opening in March 2027.

The ideal candidate brings a warm personality, HACCP knowledge, and a current Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate. Training and development opportunities are provided.