Chef

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Ely; On-site; GBP 9,400 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave pro rata

Sick pay linked to length of service

Contributory pension

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Job summary

Lloyd's Register International is seeking a part-time Chef in Ely, Cambridgeshire, to support nutritious, restaurant-quality meals at our retirement community. Competitive hourly rate and a schedule with no late nights or split shifts will help achieve a healthier work-life balance.

You’ll work with the Chef Manager to ensure high standards of food, presentation, and dining experience in a calm kitchen environment, while supporting residents with personalised service and meal options.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a catering environment and cooking for diverse groups.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and budget management.
• Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality catering service that meets individual needs, including special diets.
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts, giving you more time for yourself.
• Manage food and labour budgets through effective planning and purchasing.
• Oversee stock control, audits, and accurate record-keeping.
• Ensure food safety standards are understood and followed by the team.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards through scheduled cleaning and maintenance.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Health and safety knowledge

Budget planning

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality

Job description

Title: Chef

Ely, Cambridgeshire, GB, CB7 4FF

Chef

Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4FF

£13.35per hour

15 hours per week – Every other weekend

Wk1: one shift in the week then Sat and Sun. WK 2: Three shifts during the week

Serving more than meals with a better work-life balance

We’re excited to welcome a Chef to support the preparation of nutritious, restaurant-quality meals at our Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely Retirement Community in Cambridgeshire CB7 4FF, without the long hours or split shifts often found in hospitality. Working alongside the Chef Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high standards of food, presentation, and dining experience within a calm, well-structured kitchen environment.

You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting our retirement community residents, that puts people first – every single day.#BeYourBest is more than a hashtag– it’s our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We’re committed to your progression, so we offer fully funded hospitality qualifications.

Your role

• Deliver a high-quality catering service that meets individual needs, including special diets
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts, giving you more time for yourself
• Manage food and labour budgets through effective planning and purchasing
• Oversee stock control, audits, and accurate record-keeping
• Ensure food safety standards are understood and followed by the team
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards through scheduled cleaning and maintenance

(This position is referred to as Chef but may also be known as Demi Chef, Line Chef, Cook, Chef de Partie (CDP), or Commis Chef)

Your skills

• Experience working in a catering environment and cooking for diverse groups
• Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and budget management
• Friendly and approachable, with great customer interaction skills

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays),occupationalsick paylinked to length of service, and acontributory pension scheme, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements,paid volunteering days, andannual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early.

Job Reference: 229006

Inclusion is one of our core values

We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

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