Chef

Priory; Wigginton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Gym membership

Healthcare plan

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Career development

Job summary

Priory's Wigginton Cottage in Tamworth is seeking a Chef to lead a high-quality catering service for residents with diverse dietary needs. You will plan, prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals, develop menus and supervise the catering team while ensuring food safety and budget adherence.

The role requires at least 3 years of kitchen experience in a large professional kitchen, with care environment experience considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3+ years kitchen experience in a large professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook and serve a variety of meals meeting dietary and cultural needs.
• Develop creative menus promoting healthy eating and variety.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the catering team and maintain high food safety standards.
• Manage catering budgets, stock ordering and rotation, ensure value for money and minimize waste.
• Ensure catering activities comply with policies, safety standards and legislation.

Skills

3+ years kitchen exp

Job description

Wigginton Cottage has an opportunity for a Chef to join our team. Wigginton Cottage, Tamworth, Staffordshire is a residential service supporting 8 adults with a range of needs. It is located in a village setting and is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes and nearby rail links into Tamworth. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

Application Deadline: 10 November 2026

Department: Site Support Roles

Location: Wigginton Cottage

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

What you'll be doing

Join our team as a Chef, where you’ll lead the delivery of a high-quality catering service, creating nutritious, varied and enjoyable meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of the people we support.

• Plan, prepare, cook and serve a variety of meals, ensuring individual dietary, nutritional, cultural and religious requirements are met.
• Develop creative menus that promote healthy eating, choice and variety, adapting meals to meet changing needs.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the catering team, maintaining high standards of food preparation, kitchen cleanliness and food safety.
• Manage catering budgets, stock ordering and rotation, ensuring value for money, ingredient quality and minimal food waste.
• Ensure all catering activities comply with company policies, food safety standards and relevant legislation.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

At least 3 years’ experience preparing and cooking meals gained within a large professional kitchen environment.

The following experience would be beneficial

Working within a care environment would be beneficial

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.