Community Kitchen Chef — Fresh, Nutritious Meals

Belong Limited; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS check

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Medicash healthcare scheme

Death in Service benefit

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Blue Light Card

Subsidised Bistro meals

Access to village facilities

Job summary

Belong Limited in Newcastle-Under-Lyme is seeking a passionate Chef to prepare, cook and deliver high-quality meals for residents and visitors. You will maintain food hygiene standards, handle dietary requirements, manage stock, and support events across the village.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, strong organisation and excellent communication skills. Belong offers a supportive, not-for-profit environment with career development and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, food safety and allergen management.
• A passion for producing fresh, high-quality food.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A positive and flexible approach to work.
• Understanding of the important role food plays in health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals using fresh ingredients.
• Ensure food is consistently nutritious, appetising and attractively presented.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen and catering services.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness.
• Cater for individual dietary, nutritional and allergen requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and support effective stock control.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
• Contribute to special events, celebrations and hospitality activities across the village.
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and organisational policies.
• Help create a welcoming dining environment that customers enjoy returning to.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene & safety

Food preparation

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Job description

Belong Limited in Newcastle-Under-Lyme is seeking a passionate Chef to prepare, cook and deliver high-quality meals for residents and visitors. You will maintain food hygiene standards, handle dietary requirements, manage stock, and support events across the village.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, strong organisation and excellent communication skills. Belong offers a supportive, not-for-profit environment with career development and health benefits.