Chef

Bower Care Home; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Bower Care Home in Linlithgow is seeking a full-time chef to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that support residents’ wellbeing. You will own food preparation and service, tailoring dishes to dietary needs and preferences in a calm, organised kitchen.

Working days, 40 hours per week, with no late evenings or split shifts, offers a reliable routine and a strong work-life balance. You’ll contribute to menu planning and kitchen operations, supported by training and development opportunities

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 dietary needs and preferences
• Take ownership of food preparation and service, maintaining presentation and hygiene standards
• Ensure strict food safety practices and consistent daily service
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Independent and team work

Food safety knowledge

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 or equivalent

City & Guilds 706/2 or equivalent

Job description

Catering and Hospitality - Bower Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 40 hours

Bower Care Home is a purpose built care home in Linlithgow, providing residential, dementia, nursing and respite care in a modern and welcoming environment. With 60 en suite bedrooms and a range of excellent facilities, the home offers a comfortable setting for residents and a rewarding environment for our dedicated care team.

Chef Contract

• £15.14 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• 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

Bower 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.