Chef

Agincare Weymouth; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Funded training and career development

Blue Light discounts & company pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare Weymouth is seeking a Chef for Sedgemoor Care Home in Weston-super-Mare to prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs and create enjoyable dining experiences. You will plan daily menus, support kitchen operations, and maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.

The role emphasizes making a positive difference through food and care. Applicants should have professional kitchen experience, be eligible to work in the UK, and be available to work 36 hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• Available to work 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Job description

Love cooking and making people smile? As a Chef you will use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents’ days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

What’s on the menu for you

• £14.60 per hour
• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• Available to work 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends

About the role

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
• Make a positive difference through food and care

Where you’ll be working

Care home: Sedgemoor Care Home | Weston-super-Mare, Somerset | Agincare

CQC rating: Good

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country’s leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.