Chef

Oakbank Care Home; Crieff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Oakbank Care Home in Crieff is seeking a Chef on a full-time, day shift. You will deliver high quality, nutritious meals for residents, with no late evenings or split shifts, offering a reliable work pattern.

The role includes preparing meals to residents' dietary needs, maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation, and contributing to menu planning within a supportive team. PVG clearance and training opportunities provided.

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 and enjoyable meals tailored to residents.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service with dietary needs.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Enjoy a balanced schedule with no late evenings.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen

Ability to work independently

Positive and reliable approach

Education

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

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Catering and Hospitality - Oakbank Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 40

Oakbank Care Home is a well established care home in Crieff, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Palliative and Respite care for up to 70 residents. With a strong, supportive team and a focus on high standards of care, the home offers a positive working environment where staff feel valued and supported in their roles.

Chef Contract

• £14.50 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week (Over 4 days)
• Paid PVG, 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.
Role Overview
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.
What We Are Looking For

• 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

About us
Oakbank 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.