Weekend Chef for Independent Living Kitchen

bpha Ltd; Wootton; On-site; GBP 8,800 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

bpha Ltd is seeking a passionate Chef to join the Wootton Vale team in Bedford. You will support the Catering Manager to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, visitors and guests in an Independent Living community.

As a Chef, you will plan menus, manage stock, prepare meals and ensure food safety, hygiene and excellent customer care across a 365-day service. This on-site role is permanent and part-time, with weekend work required.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and delivering high-quality meals.
• Ability to cater to dietary, cultural and nutritional needs.
• Strong food safety and hygiene practices.
• Supportive team player and supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus in collaboration with Catering Manager.
• Manage stock and food preparation.
• Deliver service with a consistent, professional catering standard.
• Ensure food safety and customer care daily.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu planning

Stock management

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

bpha Ltd is seeking a passionate Chef to join the Wootton Vale team in Bedford. You will support the Catering Manager to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, visitors and guests in an Independent Living community.

As a Chef, you will plan menus, manage stock, prepare meals and ensure food safety, hygiene and excellent customer care across a 365-day service. This on-site role is permanent and part-time, with weekend work required.