Care Home Chef - Welwyn Garden City

Care Home Chef

Welwyn Garden City (AL7)

Salary: £28,080 per annum

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a friendly and professional care home in Welwyn Garden City (AL7).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who is passionate about providing nutritious, home-cooked meals and understands the important role food plays in residents' health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Main ResponsibilitiesPreparing and cooking high-quality meals for residents

Catering for a range of dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements

Ensuring all meals are presented to a high standard

Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards

Managing stock rotation and assisting with ordering supplies

Completing food safety and compliance records

Working closely with care staff to meet residents' individual needs

Ensuring all Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and COSHH procedures are followed

Essential RequirementsPrevious experience working as a Chef or Cook within a care home environment

Good understanding of specialist diets and nutritional requirements for older people

Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to update)

Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance procedures

Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen

Reliable, organised and professional approach to work

Personal QualitiesCaring and compassionate attitude

Passion for producing fresh, nutritious meals

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships with residents and colleagues

Flexible and dependable approach

What's on Offer?£28,080 per annum

Permanent opportunity

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives

Ongoing training and development

If you have previous care home chef experience and are looking for a rewarding role where your cooking can have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for more information.