Chef

Care Concern Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS checked

Pension

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP Online for you and dependants

Discounts

EAP 24/7

Learning & development

Career progression

Long service awards

Refer a Friend

Job summary

St James' Park Care Home in Dorset is seeking a Chef to deliver nutritious, appealing meals that support residents' wellbeing. You will own food preparation and service, tailoring meals to dietary needs and maintaining high hygiene standards.

This contract offers consistent hours (28.5 per week) with no late evenings or split shifts, paid DBS, pension, uniform, and generous annual leave, plus extensive training and progression opportunities within 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service, ensuring hygiene and safety.
• Contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and day-to-day service.
• Work as part of a supportive team with a strong work-life balance.

Skills

City & Guilds 706/1

City & Guilds 706/2

Food Hygiene

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

About St James' Park Care Home

St James' Park Care Home is a 31 bed care home located in the charming village of Bradpole, near Bridport in Dorset. Providing residential and nursing care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where colleagues work together to deliver high quality, person centred care and make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day.

Chef Contract

• £15.45 - £16.05 per hour
• Contracted to 28.5 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

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

St James 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.

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