Chef

Dee View Court Care Home; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist care home in Aberdeen seeks a dedicated Chef to prepare and present high-quality meals that enhance residents' wellbeing. The role involves supporting the kitchen's daily operations, ensuring food hygiene, and engaging respectfully with residents. Candidates should have food hygiene certification and experience in a commercial kitchen. The position offers a full-time contract of 35.25 hours per week with competitive pay and benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid PVG

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or above.
• Have experience in a commercial or care home kitchen.
• Ability to engage with residents respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard.
• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Hygiene

Adaptability in cooking

Record Keeping

IT Skills

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering

Job description

Overview

Chef – Catering and Hospitality - Dee View Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £13.61 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 35.25

Located in Aberdeen, Dee View Court Care Home is a specialist forty three bed service providing expert neurorehabilitation and long term care for adults with complex needs. We are seeking a dedicated Chef to support the delivery of high quality meals that promote the health and wellbeing of our residents.

What We Offer

• £13.61 per hour
• Contracted to 35.25 hours per week
• Three twelve hour day shifts worked over seven days on a rolling rota
• Weekend and public holiday working included as part of the rota
• Pension scheme, Paid PVG, Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

What You Will Do

You will prepare, cook and present meals to a consistently high standard while ensuring that food hygiene, safety and dietary requirements are fully met. You will support the Head Chef with the day to day running of the kitchen and supervise Catering Assistants when required. You will maintain accurate records, ensure that equipment is used and cleaned safely, report any maintenance needs promptly, and follow all health and safety procedures. Your work will contribute directly to a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ comfort and wellbeing.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications: (have or working towards)

• Level 2 Food Hygiene or above
• NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering or equivalent, or working towards

Experience and Skills

• Experience working in a commercial or care home kitchen
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups and adapt to varied dietary needs
• Knowledge of COSHH, health and safety and HACCP requirements
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to maintain clear written records and follow procedures
• Comfortable engaging with residents in a respectful and supportive manner
• Competent IT skills

About Us

Dee ViewCourt Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents and supportive, enjoyable workplaces for our teams.

Our five core values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity — guide everything we do. If you share these values and take pride in your work, we would love to hear from you.