Chef (Bank) – Senior Living Kitchen, Flexible Shifts

Retirement Villages Group Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Rewards schemes

Volunteering days

Job summary

Mayford Grange Retirement Village is seeking a Chef for a bank role covering sickness and holiday. You will handle food preparation, cooking and presentation, and collaborate with the culinary team to maintain high standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes menu planning, dietary considerations for residents, food safety, cost control, and compassionate service in a retirement setting. Benefits include Medicash, pension, 25 days leave, birthday leave, rewards programs, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or similar role in a kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Shifts will include some evening and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of high-quality meals following recipes and portion controls.
• Supervise the kitchen and Head Chef days off and coordinate daily activities, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, taking into account dietary needs and preferences of residents.
• Maintain inventory levels and control food costs.
• Uphold a positive and professional approach with residents, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Chef experience

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Mayford Grange Retirement Village is seeking a Chef for a bank role covering sickness and holiday. You will handle food preparation, cooking and presentation, and collaborate with the culinary team to maintain high standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes menu planning, dietary considerations for residents, food safety, cost control, and compassionate service in a retirement setting. Benefits include Medicash, pension, 25 days leave, birthday leave, rewards programs, and