Chef

Lexington-Catering; Tettenhall Wood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

Holiday entitlement: 28 days, 31 with

Leave for life's important moments

Volunteering days

Career development

Pension and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior Healthcare - More Than a Meal, It3s a Community is seeking a Chef to join our team in a healthcare environment. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality meals, maintaining a clean kitchen and service area, and providing a warm, friendly service to residents and staff.

The role requires a passion for food, a focus on front-line service, and commitment to food safety and COSHH regulations. Teamwork and customer care are essential to our community-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for food and a positive attitude.
• Frontline catering role requires customer service focus.
• Experience in catering or kitchen environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is of the highest standard.
• Keep the kitchen and service area clean, well-presented, and well-stocked.
• Keep up to date with menus and offerings.
• Offer a warm and friendly service to guests.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed.

Skills

Passion for food

Frontline service

Customer service excellence

Team player

Catering experience

Job description

Posted Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 23:59

Elior Healthcare - More Than a Meal, It's a Community

At Elior Healthcare, we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you'll be doing…

As a Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Job ID: 7426

What can you bring?

• Possess a passion for food
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Previous catering experience

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!