Chef Care Home

The Evolve Group; Deepcar; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and friendly working环境

Job summary

The Evolve Group is seeking a skilled Chef to join a care home kitchen team in the Sheffield area. You will prepare nutritious meals, support daily kitchen operations, and ensure dietary needs and safety standards are met.

We offer training and development opportunities, a friendly work environment, and a commitment to resident wellbeing. Competitive hourly rate and stable hours highlight this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef, ideally within a care home, healthcare, or hospitality environment.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens, HACCP, and COSHH.
• Passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Flexible and confident to lead the kitchen in the Chef Manager's absence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present fresh, nutritious meals to a high standard.
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and cover the Chef Manager when required.
• Ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs and minimise food waste.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety.
• Complete food safety records and comply with HACCP, COSHH, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Assist with stock control and food ordering.
• Support and supervise Kitchen Assistants and Hosts when required.
• Help create a welcoming dining experience for residents and visitors.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Allergens knowledge

Teamwork

Leadership readiness

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef

Location: Sheffield S36

Salary: £14.50 per hour

Hours: 36 hours per week

Our client is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to join the kitchen team in a welcoming care home environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about preparing nutritious, high-quality meals that make a real difference to residents' lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present fresh, nutritious meals to a high standard.
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and cover the Chef Manager when required.
• Ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs and minimise food waste.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety.
• Complete food safety records and comply with HACCP, COSHH, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Assist with stock control and food ordering.
• Support and supervise Kitchen Assistants and Hosts when required.
• Help create a welcoming dining experience for residents and visitors.

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef, ideally within a care home, healthcare, or hospitality environment.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens, HACCP, and COSHH.
• Passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Flexible and confident to lead the kitchen in the Chef Manager's absence.

What We Offer

• £14.50 per hour
• 36 hours per week
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' wellbeing.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.