Compassionate Care Home Chef: Nutritious Meals

HC-One Ltd.; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Enhanced DBS/PVG paid

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shift

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Learning and development

Colleague discounts

Employee assistance program

GP online access

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Chef for our care home kitchen in East Grinstead. You will prepare and serve wholesome, homemade meals that support residents’ nutritional needs and comfort.

The ideal candidate holds an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, plus Level 2 Food Hygiene. You’ll work as part of a caring team, uphold high food safety standards, and take part in safeguarding training as required.

Qualifications

• HACCP knowledge and food safety commitment.
• Creativity in menu planning and presentation.
• Team player with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve wholesome, homemade meals that meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety (HACCP).
• Contribute to menu planning with creativity and flair.
• Work as part of a caring, team-based kitchen in a care home.
• Attend safeguarding training and report concerns as required.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Creativity

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Chef for our care home kitchen in East Grinstead. You will prepare and serve wholesome, homemade meals that support residents’ nutritional needs and comfort.

The ideal candidate holds an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, plus Level 2 Food Hygiene. You’ll work as part of a caring team, uphold high food safety standards, and take part in safeguarding training as required.