Deputy chef

Agincare Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training up to QCF 5

Blue Light discount package

Company pension scheme

On demand pay

Refer a friend £1000

Job summary

Rose Court Care Home in London is seeking a passionate chef to join our Agincare team. You will craft meals that meet residents' dietary needs, contribute to themed dining experiences, and help run the kitchen smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

You’ll have at least 12 months of right to work, professional kitchen experience, and knowledge of IDDSI. The role offers 36 hours per week with alternate weekends off, and benefits include funded training

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen and understanding of kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience with complex dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create daily menus and meals meeting dietary needs.
• Support the smooth running of the kitchen and maintain high food quality, hygiene and presentation.
• Deliver meals with creativity to bring comfort and care to residents.

Skills

Culinary experience

IDDSI knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile?

Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you!

We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, it's about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with Rose Court Care Home, you'll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.

What's on the menu for you:

• £14.60 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000
• No evening shifts and every other weekend off
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light discount package & company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you:

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Experience in a professional kitchen and an

understanding of kitchen operations

• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience

supporting complex dietary requirements

• Must be flexible to work 36 hours per week including alternate weekends

About the role:

Whether it's crafting delicious meals that meet

individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, you'll be making a real difference every day.

Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, you'll help create daily menus,

support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.

Where you'll be working

• Click here to view the care home:

Rose Court Care Home in Rotherhithe, London | Agincare

• Care Quality Commission rating -

Rose Court Care Home - Care Quality Commission

If you're passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference, we'd love to welcome you to the Agincare family.

About us:

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly

supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country's leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and

support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed

Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are

committed to creating an

inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies,