Job Description Nursing Home Chef Salary: £30,000 40 hours per week Our client is excited to welcome a new Nursing Home Chef to their team. The home is committed to providing exceptional care and high-quality dining experiences for its residents. For individuals who are passionate about cooking and making a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, this role is an ideal opportunity to join a caring team. What's on offer: Long service awards High-quality induction and ongoing training throughout your career. Wellbeing support programme Benefits app - get access to various discounts Company pension scheme Requirements and Qualifications: Culinary Experience: Previous experience in a chef role, ideally within a care home or large-scale catering environment. Qualifications: Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) Food Safety Certification: Understanding of food hygiene regulations and a valid food safety certificate. Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively engage with residents and staff. Passion for Care: A genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for residents through nutrition and meal presentation. As a Nursing Home Chef, you will play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for our client's residents. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the Head Chef and assisting with kitchen assistant duties. Supervising the smooth running of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef. Preparing and cooking food for presentation to service users. Assisting the Head Chef in planning menus to achieve and maintain budgeted food costs. Carrying out stocktaking and food rotation procedures under the Head Chef's guidance. Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations concerning food hygiene, COSHH, and Health and Safety at Work. Reference: WILL80233/MW INDNUR