Chef

Keane Premier Support Services South Lanarkshire; Scotland; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs. You will ensure high standards of food quality, manage kitchen operations, and maintain cleanliness and compliance with hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in catering, strong planning skills, and the ability to work in a team. This position offers various benefits aimed at supporting your wellbeing and professional growth.

Benefits

Early access to your earnings

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Free confidential counselling sessions

Exclusive discounts through Blue Light Card

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

28 days’ holiday (pro rata)

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or similar roles in a care home setting.
• Ability to manage a kitchen and maintain high food quality standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents.
• Manage kitchen inventory, orders, and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Planning and preparing meals

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Food safety and hygiene

Kitchen management

Job description

Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

Everything we do is about giving our residents a place to call home and we’re looking for a Chef with a passion for cooking, edication to quality and a commitment to their team members.

As the Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents, taking into consideration dietary requirements and preferences. Your culinary expertise will contribute to the overall wellbeing and satisfaction of our residents. .. tweak this as there isnt a team, this is in acare home setting

What do you get in return for your compassion and commitment?

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents and offer a variety of snacks throughout the day.
• Liaise with the Care Home Manager/ Operations team.
• Maintain a high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Manage the kitchen, including ordering, inventory control, and food budget management.
• Create menus that are appealing and varied, considering the dietary needs of residents.
• Collaborate with team members to address resident feedback and special requests.
• Monitor portion control and waste.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Adhere to all Food Safety and Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and perform routine maintenance.

*This position requires a PVG and two relevant satisfactory references*

At Keane, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. Here’s what we offer to support your wellbeing and development:

Benefits

• Early access to a portion of your earnings with Wagestream
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 support via the Wisdom app and helpline– access health checks, wellbeing tools, legal advice, and much more.
• Free confidential counselling sessions – up to 6 Structured counselling sessions via phone, online or face-to-face.
• Bright Exchange, available through the Wisdom app – unlock exclusive deals and discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Gift card and cinema savings through Salary Extras.
• Exclusive high street discounts through the Blue Light Card.
• Free mortgage consultation with McCuster Mortgage Solutions.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your confidence and success – including paid shadowing and training to help you feel ready and supported from day one.
• 28 days’ holiday (pro rata) – so you can rest and recharge.
• Clear opportunities to grow, with real career progression routes to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time.