Roving Chef: Multi-Site Care Kitchen Lead

Westward Care Limited; Ledston; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee development programs

Free parking

Referral bonus

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Westward Care Ltd is recruiting a Roving Chef to deliver high-quality meals across multiple sites, with a base at Southlands. You will prepare and serve meals to meet residents’ needs, with coverage across Westward Care locations and strict adherence to food safety standards.

The role is a full-time, multi-site position with 40 hours per week, travel between sites in Leeds, annual leave of 28 days, and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within care, healthcare or hospitality.
• NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent catering qualification or relevant practical experience.
• A recognised food hygiene qualification appropriate to the role.
• Practical experience of preparing meals for a range of dietary needs.
• Good working knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen controls and COSHH requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious, appetising and well-presented meals using fresh ingredients and approved recipes.
• Provide planned and short-notice chef cover across Westward Care locations while following each home’s local procedures.
• Follow menu plans, portion guidance and presentation standards, and contribute ideas for varied and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure meals are produced and served at the required time and to a consistent standard.
• Support special events, activities and resident celebrations.
• Deputise for the Head Chef when required and support safe kitchen cover arrangements.

Skills

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Site travel

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Professional Cookery

Food hygiene qualification

Tools

LOGIT system

Job description

Westward Care Ltd is recruiting a Roving Chef to deliver high-quality meals across multiple sites, with a base at Southlands. You will prepare and serve meals to meet residents’ needs, with coverage across Westward Care locations and strict adherence to food safety standards.

The role is a full-time, multi-site position with 40 hours per week, travel between sites in Leeds, annual leave of 28 days, and opportunities for training and development.