Chef

ExtraCare Charitable Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of older people through exceptional dining experiences. As a Chef at a vibrant retirement village, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality, traditional meals to residents and visitors. With a focus on nutrition and creativity, you will manage kitchen operations and ensure that every meal is a delightful experience. This part-time position offers a supportive environment where your culinary skills can shine, and your contributions will directly impact the well-being of the community. Embrace this opportunity to make a difference in a rewarding career.

Benefits

Contributory Pension (up to 9%)

33 days holiday (FTE) Pro rata for part time

Option to buy and sell holiday

Free life Insurance

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Cycle2work Scheme

Attendance Reward

Free use of onsite Gym

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen environment is essential.
• Qualified to QFC/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve homemade traditional meals.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and budget adherence.

Skills

HACCP Compliance

Budgeting

Communication

Kitchen Standards

Education

QFC/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Our stunning Earlsdon Park Retirement Village based in Coventry are seeking a Chef to join the team on a part time, permanent basis.

At ExtraCare, we provide our residents with exceptional retirement villages that enhance care and lifestyle opportunities, genuinely fostering ‘better lives for older people.’ We are dedicated to offering rewarding and meaningful careers to all our staff, empowering you to deliver the high-quality service we promise and positively impact our residents' lives.

Our Chefs are essential in providing an exceptional and high-quality dining experience for both residents and visitors to the village. You will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, which will encompass the planning, preparation, and serving of nutritious, home-cooked traditional English cuisine, along with the occasional themed menu. Our Bistro can accommodate up to 100 guests with our busiest day being a Sunday where we will see between 80-100 covers for our Carvery option.

The Role

• Chef
• 22.5 hours per week (working 3 days out of 7 on a rolling rota basis)
• £15,615per annum (£13.31per hour)
• Earlsdon Park Village, Albany Road, Coventry, CV5 6JQ

Job Specification

• Plan, prepare and serve homemade traditional meals.
• Offer residents and excellent choice of meals that provide good nutritional value.
• Assist with all kitchen duties ensuring HACCP is followed.
• Ensure menus are prepared withing budget.
• Be committed to always provide the highest standards of hygiene.

About You

You will be dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience for both residents and visitors to the village. Being friendly and easy to talk to is essential as you will need to communicate well with your colleagues and our residents.

• Experience working in a similar environment.
• Qualified to QFC/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• Previous experience of budgeting.
• Possess high kitchen standards.
• Happy to have a presence front of house.

Staff Benefits

• Contributory Pension (up to 9%)
• 33 days holiday (FTE) Pro rata for part time
• Option to buy and sell holiday.
• Free life Insurance
• Echanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Cycle2work Scheme
• Attendance Reward
• Free use of onsite Gym (location dependent)
• Ongoing training and development

Closing date: 31st May2025

Interviews: Ongoing throughout the process

This role will require a satisfactory DBS check, references, and the right to work clearance from the Home Office.

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are fair and inclusive. This means we are ready to make reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to let us know about any specific needs you may have, and we would appreciate your feedback on how we can improve your experience.

ExtraCare is dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our society. Our aim is to empower our employees to be their authentic selves at work and to be valued members of a safe and supportive community.