Chef

Care Concern Group; Axminster; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Silverleigh Care Home in Axminster, Devon, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Chef to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs. You will own food preparation, assist with menu planning, and maintain hygiene and safety across the kitchen.

No late evenings or split shifts, offering a strong work-life balance. The role includes paid DBS, pension, uniform provided and 5.6 weeks annual leave, with a 45-hour week at £15.08 per hour.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service.
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Support residents with meals and everyday wellbeing.

Skills

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience in a professional kitchen

Independent and team worker

Positive and reliable approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards

Job description

As a Chef, you will deliver high quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals that are a key part of daily life. This is a role where your cooking has real impact, bringing comfort, routine and enjoyment while supporting overall wellbeing. You will take ownership of food preparation and service, ensuring meals are tailored to individual dietary needs, preferences and nutritional requirements. Maintaining high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety, you will consistently deliver meals that residents look forward to each day. Working as part of a supportive team, you will contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and smooth day to day service. With no late evenings or split shifts, this role offers a strong work life balance while still allowing you to take pride in producing high quality food in a rewarding environment. The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive and reliable approach
  Silverleigh is a beautiful care home, situated at the heart of a thriving community in a quiet street in the centre of Axminster, Devon. Silverleigh is registered for 65 residents., Silverleigh Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.

• £15.08 per hour
• Contracted to 45 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

No late evenings or split shifts, offering a consistent working pattern and genuine work life balance, alongside ongoing training and development opportunities.