Chef

Starrycare Recruitment Services; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working opportunities

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to work across diverse cl1

Job summary

Starrycare Recruitment Services is seeking an experienced Chef to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals across client sites. The role includes planning, preparing, and cooking meals that meet dietary and cultural requirements while upholding food safety and hygiene standards.

The successful candidate will plan menus, manage stock, and lead a kitchen team to produce meals for large numbers with emphasis on presentation and compliance. Weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in care homes, hospitals, or contract catering.
• Ability to plan and deliver meals for large numbers.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead a kitchen team.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation.
• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard.
• Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and client requirements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Supervise and support Catering Assistants and kitchen staff.
• Monitor portion control and minimise food waste.
• Ensure correct use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery

Tools

Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (Level 3 preferred)

Job description

Starrycare is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and well-presented meals across our client sites. The role involves planning, preparing, and cooking meals that meet dietary, nutritional, and cultural requirements while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard

• Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and client requirements

• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment

• Manage stock levels, ordering, and stock rotation

• Supervise and support Catering Assistants and kitchen staff

• Monitor portion control and minimise food waste

• Ensure correct use and maintenance of kitchen equipment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery, Catering, or equivalent

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (Level 3 preferred)

• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health & safety regulations

• Right to work in the UK

• Willingness to undergo background checks (DBS)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in care homes, hospitals, or contract catering

• Ability to plan and deliver meals for large numbers

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently and lead a kitchen team

• Excellent attention to detail and presentation

• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends and holidays

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates

• Flexible working opportunities

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Supportive and respectful working environment

• Opportunity to work across diverse client settings