Chef - Bank

Hartford Care Ltd; Four Marks; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid DBS check

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

Hartford Care Ltd is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their team in Four Marks, England. In this rewarding role, you will prepare nutritious meals, cater to dietary needs, and engage with residents to improve their dining experience. Enjoy a supportive environment with no late nights or split shifts.

The ideal candidate will have previous chef experience and a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. Additional perks include free meals on shifts and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef is required.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) is necessary.
• Understanding of dietary needs and experience in care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh and nutritious meals for residents.
• Cater for specific dietary needs while maintaining hygiene.
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience.

Skills

Chef experience

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Understanding of dietary needs

Job description

Bank Chef – Care Home - Come and Join Us and Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are looking for a talented and compassionate Chef to join our friendly care home team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a role where your work truly matters — improving the wellbeing and happiness of our residents every single day - with no late nights or split shifts.

Location

To cover Belford House (GU34 5AH) and Alton Place (GU34 1UY)

Hours

Bank (zero-hours contract)

Your Role

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage stock and minimise waste
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

What we’re looking for:

• Previous Chef experience
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)
• Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude

Why join us?

• No out-of-hours working – no late nights or unsociable hours
• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Paid DBS check
• Ongoing training & development opportunities
• Supportive, friendly working environment

Enjoy a better work-life balance in a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food — without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.