Chef

Anchor Hanover Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Big-brand discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus (£250)

Blue Light Card savings

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group's Marsh Farm Manor in Royal Wootton Bassett is seeking a dedicated Care Home Chef to work full-time. You will support the Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious meals to 66 residents daily, while bringing creativity and flair to every plate.

This role offers 40 hours over four days, with every other weekend off, sociable hours, and perks like big-brand discounts, a refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings.

Qualifications

• Input in designing menus and experimenting with seasonal produce.
• Cater to unique dietary needs with flair.
• Step up to cover the Chef Manager in their absence and keep operations running.
• 40-hour weeks over 4 days with every other weekend off.
• Must be legally allowed to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious meals to 66 residents daily.
• Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef Manager and ensure smooth service.

Skills

Menu design

Food presentation

Dietary accommodation

Leadership

Job description

Care Home Chef | Full-time, 40 hours per week | 4 days per week 7:30am-5:30pm | Every other weekend off

Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat?

At Marsh Farm Manor in the heart of Royal Wooton Bassett, 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 66 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