Chef

Anchor Hanover Group; Skipton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Big-brand discounts

Refer-a-friend scheme

Blue Light Card savings

Job summary

The Anchor Hanover Group invites applications for a Care Home Chef at The Mill House Skipton. This full-time role runs 40 hours over four days with every other weekend off, supporting the Chef Manager and delivering nutritious, appealing meals to residents.

You will design menus, work with seasonal produce, and accommodate dietary needs while keeping operations running in the Chef Manager’s absence. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Design menus with seasonal produce and accommodates dietary needs.
• Lead in absence of Chef Manager to keep operations running smoothly.
• Deliver delicious, nutritious, and visually appealing meals.

Responsibilities

• Design menus with input from the team.
• Experiment with seasonal produce and dietary needs with flair.
• In Chef Manager’s absence, maintain kitchen operations and service.
• Prepare meals for 86 residents daily.

Skills

Menu design

Dietary accommodation

Leadership

In-house cooking

Job description

Care Home Chef / Full-time / 4 days per week, 7:30am-5:30pm / Every other weekend off

Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat?

At The Mill House Skipton in the heart of Skipton, we’re not just cooking meals—we’re crafting experiences. As our new Chef you’ll support our Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious, and visually stunning dishes to our 86 residents every single day.

This isn’t your average kitchen role—it’s your chance to innovate, inspire, and make a real impact.

What’s On the Table?

Creativity Unleashed: Have Input in designing menus, experiment with fresh seasonal produce, and cater to unique dietary needs with flair.

Step up to the Plate: In the absence of the Chef Manager, keeping operations running as smooth as your signature sauces.

Work-Life Balance: 40-hour weeks over 4 days

with every other weekend off to relax and recharge.

Why Choose Us?

Sociable hours that work for you

Perks that matter:

Big-brand discounts, a £250 refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings

A chance to shine:

Compete in our annual Chef of the Year competition and take your skills to the next level

If you’re a passionate leader with a flair for flavour, this is your chance to make your mark.

What do some of our current Chef’s have to say? Check out our dedicated Catering page on our careers website to find out - https://www.anchor.org.uk/careers/where-you-fit/care/care-home-chef-and-catering-jobs-anchor (if you are viewing this on Indeed, please copy and paste the link)

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK