Chef

Quest Employment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Chef for a care home setting in Sheffield, offering excellent work-life balance and structured training. Responsibilities include preparing nutritious meals and managing the catering team, with a focus on food hygiene and safety. Candidates should have a valid food hygiene certificate and 3+ years' kitchen experience. This role supports a rewarding environment where your culinary efforts enhance residents' well-being. Apply now and make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Annual pay reviews

Structured induction and ongoing training

Access to nationally recognised qualifications

Pension contributions

Employee benefits including discounts

Recognition awards programmes

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a similar role.
• Ability to take initiative and responsibility.
• Confidence interacting with residents and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Assist day-to-day management of the catering team.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ensure kitchen is kept to a high standard.
• Take responsibility for kitchen in absence of Chef Manager.
• Support menu planning to meet residents' needs.

Skills

Previous experience as a Chef

Valid food hygiene certificate

Passion for high-quality food

Friendly and approachable manner

Positive, can-do attitude

Education

City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering

Job description

Chef

Care Home Setting

Location: Stocksbridge, Sheffield

Hours: 40 hours per week (weekend working on a rota basis)

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a warm and welcoming care home in the Stocksbridge area of Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality professional looking for better work-life balance, with no late nights and consistent working patterns throughout the week.

Working within the care sector offers a rewarding environment where your food genuinely makes a difference to residents health, wellbeing, and daily enjoyment. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals and take pride in your work, this could be the role for you.

The Role

• Supporting the preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals
• Assisting with the day-to-day management of the catering team
• Promoting and maintaining food hygiene and safety standards
• Carrying out risk assessments and ensuring the kitchen is maintained to a high standard
• Taking responsibility for the kitchen and staff in the absence of the Chef Manager
• Supporting menu planning to meet residents needs and preferences

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef within a catering or hospitality setting
• A valid food hygiene certificate
• A genuine passion for producing high-quality food
• A friendly and approachable manner, with confidence interacting with residents and visitors
• A positive, can‑do attitude with the ability to take initiative and responsibility
• City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering (or equivalent)
• Ideally 3+ years experience in a similar role

Whats on Offer

• Annual pay reviews
• Structured induction and ongoing training opportunities
• Access to nationally recognised qualifications (T&Cs apply)
• Pension contributions and annual leaveEmployee benefits including Blue Light Card discounts
• Recognition and staff awards programmes

Apply Now

If this Chef role sounds like a good fit for your skills and career goals, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence if successful.

Relevant experience may include : Chef, Cook, Sous Chef, Restaurant Chef, Kitchen Chef, Personal Chef, or Executive Chef.