Permanent Chef – Care Home

Red Recruitment Group; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 16.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

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Permanent position

Consistent rolling rota

Make a real difference in residents'-w

Descripción de la vacante

Red Recruitment Group is seeking a Permanent Chef to join a care home in Market Harborough. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, cater for dietary needs, and maintain high hygiene standards to support residents’ daily wellbeing.

The role offers 38.5 hours per week with a rolling 12-hour shift pattern from 07:00 to 19:00, including weekends. A caring, patient and reliable approach is essential to thrive in this compassionate environment.

Formación

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook is essential.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe handling practices.
• Ability to cater for different dietary needs and preferences.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
• A caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Ability to work a rolling rota, including weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies and special diets.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared and handled safely in line with food safety regulations.
• Manage food stock, minimise waste and assist with stock control.
• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team to ensure meals are served on time.
• Create a welcoming dining experience for residents.

Conocimientos

Organisational skills

Independent working

Caring and reliable

Rolling rota including weekends

Descripción del empleo

Location:

Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Pay Rate:

£14.44 per hour

Hours:

38.5 hours per week

Shift:

07:00–19:00Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for a Permanent Chef to join a care home in Market Harborough. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and passionate chef who enjoys preparing fresh, nutritious meals and making a positive difference to residents' daily lives.The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals while maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards in a caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies and special diets.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared and handled safely in line with food safety regulations.
• Manage food stock, minimise waste and assist with stock control.
• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team to ensure meals are served on time.
• Create a welcoming dining experience for residents.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook is essential.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to cater for different dietary needs and preferences.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
• A caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Ability to work a rolling rota, including weekends.

Working Hours & Rota

The role offers 38.5 hours per week , working 12-hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00The rolling rota alternates between:Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday.Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Pay & Benefits

• £14.44 per hour.
• Permanent position.
• Consistent rolling rota.
• Opportunity to make a real difference to residents' wellbeing through good food and care.