Chef

National Health Service; Crewe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evenings free and every other weekend

Refer-a-friend bonus up to 1,000

Funded training up to QCF Level 5

Blue Light discounts & company pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Chef for Sedgemoor Care Home in Weston-super-Mare to prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs and create enjoyable dining experiences. You will support kitchen operations, plan daily menus, and help deliver high-quality food with hygiene and presentation at the forefront.

The role requires 12 months right to work in the UK, professional kitchen experience, and availability for full-time hours including alternate weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• Available to work 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

IDDSI/dietary needs knowledge

Job description

Job Summary

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Sedgemoor Care Home as a Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

Benefits

• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to 1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

Requirements

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• Available to work 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Location

Care home: Sedgemoor Care Home | Weston-super-Mare, Somerset | Agincare CQC rating: Good

Salary & contract

Pay schemeOtherSalary

Depending on experience

Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.

ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number1536608852

Job locationsAgincare Homes HoldingsWeston-Super-MareBS23 4BEUnited Kingdom

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer nameAgincare

AddressAgincare Homes HoldingsWeston-Super-MareBS23 4BEUnited Kingdom

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