Chef

Peoplebank; Tameside; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Free meal on shift

GP Online

Discounts

EAP 24/7

Learning and development

Career progression

Recognition schemes

Refer a Friend £1,000

Job summary

Care Concern Group is seeking a Chef for Greatwood House Care Home in Denton, near Manchester. You will deliver high-quality meals, tailored to residents' dietary needs, with a focus on presentation, hygiene, and consistent daily service.

The role offers a stable day-shift pattern with a 32-hour week, DBS and pension benefits, uniform provided, and ongoing training to support career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.
• Take ownership of food preparation and service.
• Ensure meals meet dietary needs and nutritional requirements.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.

Skills

Experience in kitchen

Independent & team work

Positive and reliable

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Catering and Hospitality - Greatwood House Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 32hrs per week

About Greatwood House Care Home
Our 60 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care. Located in Denton, just outside Manchester, Greatwood House is a friendly and welcoming home with bright communal spaces, a lovely conservatory and landscaped garden. With a strong family atmosphere and a caring team, it is a great place for colleagues to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference to residents.

Chef Contract

• Contracted to 32 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
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

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
Greatwood Houseis 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.