Chef

Care Concern Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Free meals on shift

GP Online

Employee discounts

EAP 24/7

Career progression

Refer a Friend £1000

Job summary

Chorlton Place Care Home in Manchester seeks a Chef to deliver nutritious, enjoyable meals supporting residents' wellbeing. You will own food preparation and service, tailor meals to dietary needs, and maintain hygiene and presentation standards.

Join a friendly team with no late shifts, ongoing training, and extensive benefits including DBS paid, uniform provided, life cover, and staff discounts for wellbeing and development.

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 meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
• Own food preparation and service with emphasis on hygiene and safety.
• Contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to ensure smooth day-to-day service.

Skills

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene

Professional kitchen experience

Independent worker

Team player

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

About Chorlton Place Care Home

Chorlton Place is a purpose built 48 bed care home in Chorlton, Manchester, providing residential and nursing care. You will join a friendly and supportive team, working in a welcoming environment where person centred care is at the heart of everything we do. With a strong focus on teamwork and making a difference, it is a great place to develop your skills and build meaningful relationships with residents.

Chef Contract

• £15.05 - £15.65 per hour


• Contracted to 40 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.

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

What We Offer

• 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

About Care Concern Group

Chorlton Place 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.

Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.