Residential Care Kitchen Lead — Catering

Mavern House Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great career development

Company pension

Induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Free Chef’s Whites

Job summary

Mavern House Limited in Melksham, Wiltshire, is seeking a Catering Technician to lead the kitchen for our residents, delivering nutritious, well-presented meals and creating a restaurant-like dining experience. You will prepare meals, handle stock, and tailor dishes to dietary needs.

The role requires Food Safety Level 3 (or willingness to achieve it), strong organisation, teamwork, and a warm, welcoming approach.

Qualifications

• Experienced in food preparation and passionate about quality.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and willingness to adapt meals for individual needs.
• Food Safety Level 3 (or willingness to complete).
• Organised, proactive, and a great team player.
• Committed to providing a warm, welcoming environment for residents.
• We’d like someone who is flexible, who can 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 their 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.

Skills

Food preparation

Dietary needs

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Job description

Mavern House Limited in Melksham, Wiltshire, is seeking a Catering Technician to lead the kitchen for our residents, delivering nutritious, well-presented meals and creating a restaurant-like dining experience. You will prepare meals, handle stock, and tailor dishes to dietary needs.

The role requires Food Safety Level 3 (or willingness to achieve it), strong organisation, teamwork, and a warm, welcoming approach.