Part-Time Care Home Kitchen Lead

Verulam Health Care Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great career development

Company pension

Enhanced pay for overtime

Induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Free Chef’s Whites and DBS

Job summary

Welford Healthcare in St Albans is seeking a Catering Technician to lead the kitchen at Verulam House Care Home, delivering nutritious meals and a warm dining experience for residents.

You will supervise and mentor a small team, design varied menus, ensure food safety standards, manage stock, and work within budget. The role is part-time (40 hours) with weekend flexibility and DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and quality-focused cooking.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and ability to adapt meals.
• Food Safety Level 3 (or willingness to complete).
• Organised, proactive, and a great team player.
• Committed to a warm, welcoming environment for residents.
• Flexible, able to work alternate weekends.
• An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving delicious, well-presented meals, snacks, and baked treats.
• Working with residents to understand preferences, dietary needs, and cultural or medical requirements.
• Ensuring mealtimes feel like a restaurant experience, with attention to detail in plating and service.
• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Managing stock, placing food orders, and keeping within budget.
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues involved in the meal service.
• Leading and supporting a team to deliver quality meals for residents.

Skills

Food preparation

Quality focus

Dietary knowledge

Team player

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Job description

Welford Healthcare in St Albans is seeking a Catering Technician to lead the kitchen at Verulam House Care Home, delivering nutritious meals and a warm dining experience for residents.

You will supervise and mentor a small team, design varied menus, ensure food safety standards, manage stock, and work within budget. The role is part-time (40 hours) with weekend flexibility and DBS check required.