Chef

Care Concern Group; Haughton Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Wagestream

Free meal during shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Refer a Friend £1,000

Job summary

Care Concern Group’s Greatwood House in Denton, just outside Manchester, is seeking a Chef to deliver high quality, nutritious meals that support residents’ wellbeing. You will take ownership of food preparation and service, tailoring meals to individual dietary needs and preferences while maintaining high standards.

Join a supportive team with opportunities to contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and day-to-day service.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of food preparation and service.
• Tailor meals to individual dietary needs and nutritional requirements.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen

Independent and team player

Positive and reliable approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

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.

• 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
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
  Our 60 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care. Located in Denton, just outside Manchester, Greatwood House is a friendly and welcoming home with bright communal spaces, a lovely conservatory and landscaped garden. With a strong family atmosphere and a caring team, it is a great place for colleagues to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference to residents., Greatwood House is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
  £15.05 - £15.65 per hour
• Contracted to 32 hours per week
• Paid DBS, 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.
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role