Weekend Chef: Nutritious, Resident-Focused Catering

Serencroft group.; Romford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee rewards

Training & NVQ support

Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes in Romford is seeking a Weekend Chef to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents across weekend shifts. You will ensure meals meet dietary needs and comply with hygiene and safety standards in a caring, supportive home environment.

The role requires previous chef experience, a recognised catering qualification, and Weekend availability. DBS check is expected; take pride in delivering high-quality resident meals in a multi-site care group.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef or cook, ideally in a care home or similar catering setting.
• Recognised catering qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds) or equivalent experience.
• Right to work in the UK and DBS check readiness.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking

Communication

Flexibility

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 across weekend shifts. You will ensure meals meet dietary needs and comply with hygiene and safety standards in a caring, supportive home environment.

The role requires previous chef experience, a recognised catering qualification, and Weekend availability. DBS check is expected; take pride in delivering high-quality resident meals in a multi-site care group.