Chef - Birmingham

Care Concern Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Birmingham seeks a dedicated Chef to prepare and serve nutritious meals in a supportive environment. This full-time role requires a passion for cooking and qualifications such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent. You'll plan seasonal menus and ensure meal quality while maintaining health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to teamwork. Enjoy competitive pay, a pension scheme, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Skilled in preparing hot and cold meals that cater to dietary needs.
• Experience in kitchen operations and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow food safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals for residents.
• Plan seasonal menus with the Head Chef ensuring variety.
• Manage stock rotation and maintain accurate records of food supplies.

Skills

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds 706 / 1 & 2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef - Birmingham*

Chef Catering and Hospitality - Willowbrook Care Home Contract : Full Time Salary : 12.21 Per Hour Shift Type : Days Contracted hours : 40.25 Willowbrook Care Home provides specialist support for up to 75 residents living with dementia and mental health conditions.

Our goal is to create a homely environment where every resident feels safe, valued, and cared for - and food plays a big part in that.

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team.

This is a rewarding role where you will prepare high-quality, well-balanced meals that bring comfort and joy to those we care for every day.

What We Offer*

• 12.50 per hour
• Contracted to 40.25 hours per week
• Pension scheme, Paid DBS, Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You Will Do*

As Chef, you will prepare, cook, and serve nutritious hot and cold meals that cater to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.

You will work with the Head Chef to plan seasonal menus, ensuring variety and balance while staying within budget.

You will manage stock rotation, check deliveries, and maintain accurate records of food supplies, fridge and freezer temperatures.

Keeping the kitchen and dining areas spotless will be a key part of your role, as will following all food safety and Health & Safety regulations.

When required, you will take the lead in the kitchen to ensure meals are delivered on time and to a high standard.

What We're Looking For*

We are seeking someone with City & Guilds 706 / 1 & 2 or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards) and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Experience in a care home setting is desirable but not essential - what matters most is a passion for cooking, a commitment to high standards, and the ability to work well as part of a team.

You should have excellent communication skills and be comfortable taking initiative to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.

About Us*

Willowbrook Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom.

We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values - *Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity* - define everything we do.

If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.