Chef

Willows-Care-Home; Romford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Job summary

Willows Care Home in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef to deliver high quality, nutritious meals that support daily life and wellbeing. You will take ownership of food preparation and service, tailoring meals to dietary needs and preferences.

The role emphasises hygiene, presentation and consistency, with no late evenings or split shifts, offering a strong work-life balance. You will contribute to menu planning and kitchen organisation within a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high quality, nutritious meals.
• Ensure meals meet dietary needs and nutrition requirements.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Part of menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Deliver consistent, quality service with a supportive team.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Independent worker

Team player

Education

City & Guilds 706/1

City & Guilds 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef Contract

• £14.04 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

About us

Willows 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.

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