Weekend Care Home Chef - Nutritious Meals, Flexible Hours

Serencroft; Romford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

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Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes in Romford is seeking a Weekend Chef to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents over weekends, ensuring dietary needs are respected and food safety standards are met.

The role is part-time (20 hours per week) with a permanent contract and £14.13 per hour. You will work on-site at Gable Court and contribute to a supportive, values-led team environment, including training and potential NVQ progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a chef or cook, ideally within a care home or similar catering environment.
• Recognised catering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Availability to work weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday).
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety requirements (Level 2 or equivalent).
• Experience catering for special diets is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents over the weekend.
• Cater for special diets including texture-modified and allergen-free options.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety in line with legislation and procedures.
• Order and manage food stock, minimise waste and work within budget.
• Keep accurate records of menus, safety checks and allergen information.
• Ensure the kitchen and equipment are clean, safe and well maintained.
• Liaise with care staff about residents' changing nutritional needs.
• Supervise kitchen assistants as required.

Skills

Weekend availability

Food hygiene

Flexible attitude

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in Professional Cookery

Job description

Serencroft Care Homes in Romford is seeking a Weekend Chef to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents over weekends, ensuring dietary needs are respected and food safety standards are met.

The role is part-time (20 hours per week) with a permanent contract and £14.13 per hour. You will work on-site at Gable Court and contribute to a supportive, values-led team environment, including training and potential NVQ progression.