Chef - Care Home

Meridian Business Support; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Chef for a nursing home in Great Yarmouth. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and providing nutritious meals while ensuring health and safety standards. This full-time role requires proven cooking skills and the ability to manage dietary needs. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends, is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting preferred.
• Ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide daily nutritious meals for residents.
• Ensure food is fresh and within budget.
• Maintain health and safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a Chef

Excellent cooking skills

Knowledge of nutrition

Strong communication skills

Time management

Health and safety knowledge

Ability to train staff

Willingness to work flexible hours

Education

Food Hygiene Certified – Level 2

First Aid Certified

NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation/Catering

Job description

Chef
£15.00 per hour – Full time
Day shifts
Nursing Home based chef role
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Meridian Business Support is currently recruiting for a Chef for a National Private Care Provider.

About the role:
You would be working 32 hours per week. The shift times are 8am to 6pm, 4 days per week

As a Chef, you will be responsible for the planning and provision of daily nutritious meals for all our residents while ensuring the food you purchase is fresh and within budget. In addition, you will ensure all health and safety and environmental standards are achieved and maintained. You must be a team player who will inspire and motivate your team.
Days worked can be negotiated but will be required to work alternative weekends.

Skills and attributes

- Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
- Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Education and qualification
Food Hygiene Certified – Level 2 – willing to work towards Intermediate Food Hygiene qualifications.
First Aid Certified.
NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation/Catering.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.