Chef

Care Concern Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

Pension

Job summary

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham is seeking a Chef to deliver high quality meals for residents, ensuring dietary needs are met and meals are presented well. You will work as part of a supportive team in a stable, no late-evening schedule, with ongoing training and development opportunities.

The role offers a consistent pattern, 40 hours per week, and pay of £15.05–£15.65 per hour, with paid DBS, pension, and uniform provided. Avalon Park Care Home is part of Care Concern Group.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and reliable approach.
• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals for residents.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service, tailoring meals to dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and day-to-day service.
• Provide consistent work pattern with no late evenings or split shifts.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Independent working

Reliability

Positive attitude

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

About Avalon Park Care Home

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham provides residential and residential dementia care for older people. With 58 bedrooms, the home offers a welcoming environment focused on person centred care, wellbeing and independence. As part of the team, you will work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment, helping residents enjoy meaningful daily lives while developing your skills and experience.

About Avalon Park Care Home

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham provides residential and residential dementia care for older people. With 58 bedrooms, the home offers a welcoming environment focused on person centred care, wellbeing and independence. As part of the team, you will work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment, helping residents enjoy meaningful daily lives while developing your skills and experience.

Chef Contract

• £15.05 - £15.65 per hour
• Contract to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
• Includes alternate weekends

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
• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

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

Avalon Park 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.