Chef in Care Home

Stafffinders; Perth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay accrual

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Stafffinders is seeking experienced Chefs for flexible temporary work across Perth & Kinross and Fife. You’ll prepare nutritious meals for residents, managing dietary needs and allergens while upholding high standards of food safety and quality.

A PVG scheme membership is essential, and we value compassionate, reliable team players. Join a supportive, people-focused environment with flexible shifts and accrual of holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in hospitality or care home cooking.
• PVG membership is essential.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs.
• Liaise with care staff to ensure resident satisfaction and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

Skills

Culinary skills

Compassionate

Education

PVG scheme membership

Job description

Are you an experienced Chef looking for flexible temporary work across Perth & Kinross or Fife, where your skills can make a genuine difference?

We’re looking for skilled and dependable Chefs to support our clients in delivering fresh, nutritious and high-quality meals for their residents. You’ll play an important role in creating enjoyable dining experiences while maintaining excellent standards of food preparation, hygiene and care.

If you take pride in your cooking and enjoy working in a supportive, people-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will get in your new role

• Salary: £17.00 per hour
• Accrued holiday pay
• Flexible shifts to work around your lifestyle

Responsibilities in your new role as Care Home Chef

In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals tailored to meet the diverse dietary needs of residents, including managing allergens and specific texture requirements. You\'ll liaise effectively with care staff to ensure resident satisfaction and well-being, while strictly adhering to all food hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

Your duties will also include efficient ordering of supplies, imaginative menu planning, and diligently following client instructions to maintain the highest standards of care and catering.

Your personality, experience and qualifications

We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in a similar role within the hospitality sector. A current PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) scheme membership is essential for this position. If you possess a compassionate approach, excellent culinary skills, and a commitment to resident well-being, we want to hear from you.

Experience in a care home environment would be a significant advantage. This opportunity offers a streamlined application process, aiming for a swift start for the right candidate.