Chef

Mariposa & Papillon Care; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition of service payments £500

Refer a Friend £1,000 payments

Face to face training

Training programmes funded

Annual pay reviews

Private health care options

Recognition initiatives

Job summary

Mariposa & Papillon Care is seeking a Cook at Derwent care home in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will assist the Head Chef, prepare and serve hot and cold meals, and ensure meals meet residents’ dietary needs. You’ll keep accurate records and assist with stock and ordering.

We value care experience in a residential setting. A Level 2 or Level 3 catering qualification is preferred or a commitment to further training.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home kitchen would be beneficial.
• Good standard of English and numeracy skills.
• Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef with preparing, cooking and serving hot and cold meals.
• Ensure meals meet residents’ dietary requirements and maintain accurate records of stock and orders.
• Check deliveries and ensure crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly; kitchen and dining areas meet Health & Safety standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Numeracy

Teamwork

Food preparation

Education

Level 2 catering qualification

Level 3 catering qualification or equivalent

Job description

• Job Ref: DER-AC-121026a
• Location: Derwent care home, Newcastle Road, Low Westwood, Newcastle upon Tyne
• Postcode: NE17 7PL
• Type of contract: Permanent
• Salary: £14.01 to £14.01 Per Hour
• Posted Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
• Closing Date: Monday, November 9, 2026

Chef

Care home chef - Derwent care home

Pay Rate: £14.01 per hour - 25.5 hours per week

Are you ready for a new challenge? Your next role as Chef at Derwent care home could be just what you’re looking for. It’s a great place to work and you’ll be joining a brilliant team of people who are all dedicated to providing the very highest care for our residents. An important part of that care is the delivery of nutritious but delicious food that makes the best use of available fresh produce.

Our great benefits include:

• Recognition of service payments, receiving a total of £500 in your first year.
• £1,000 ‘Refer a Friend’ unlimited payments (that’s potentially £1,000 every time you link us up with another great new person to join the team!)
• Excellent face to face training from experienced care professionals and access to video based e-learning.
• Training programmes and qualifications, funded by us, to make sure you feel confident in your role and can develop.
• Annual pay reviews recognising your contribution to making our homes a great place to live and work.
• Private health care options helping reduce the cost of essential bills, such as dental and optical treatment.
• Recognition initiatives that celebrate your achievements.

More about the role

As a general guide you will help the Head Chef prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals, meeting the needs of any special dietary requirements for residents. You will maintain accurate records and the correct ordering of food supplies.

You will also check deliveries and ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately and the kitchen, dining areas - including equipment - are cleaned to statutory Health and Safety standards.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with experience of working in a care home kitchen, as well as a Level 2 or Level 3 catering qualification or equivalent or a commitment to undertake further training and development relevant to the role.

Our recruitment process

Any conditional offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory background checks, including obtaining suitable references and criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We require you to have a good standard of English and numeracy skills, and a passion for looking after the adults in your care.

We endeavour to offer every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Should you require assistance and/or would like to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact a member of the team via email at [e-mail]

We are committed to promoting a fair and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender/sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.

Job titles can vary – this role is also known as Cook, Care Home Chef, Head Chef, Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager, social care.