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Date Added: Mon 21/07/2025

Care Home Chef

Gloucestershire, UK
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Company: HOWARD FINLEY LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £16.66 - £17.66 per hour

Chef - Dementia Care Home
  • Location: Thornbury
  • Contracted hours: 40 hrs/week (7am-5pm or 8am-6pm)
  • Hourly Rate: £16.66/hr Weekdays | £17.66/hr Weekends
  • Includes Weekdays, Alternate Weekends & Bank Holidays

Are you an experienced Chef looking for a rewarding role in care?We're hiring a Care Home Chef to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for residents living with dementia in our warm and supportive residential care setting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead on menu planning with residents & the Home Manager

  • Prepare and serve fresh, home-cooked meals daily

  • Cater to special diets, allergens & cultural preferences

  • Supervise kitchen staff (up to 6 team members)

  • Maintain food safety, HACCP records, and hygiene standards

  • Manage stock control and help stay within budget

  • Support with inspections (CQC, EHO) and implement actions

What You'll Need:
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (essential)

  • Level 3 in Hospitality Supervision (or willing to work towards)

  • Experience in a care home or similar environment

  • Strong knowledge of COSHH, infection control & dietary needs

What We Offer:
  • Regular hours: 40 hrs/week, 10-hour shifts

  • Supportive team in a friendly care home

  • Meaningful work making a real difference

  • Competitive weekday & weekend rates

Apply now to join our dedicated care home team in Thornbury and use your culinary skills to support those who need it most.

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