Carehome Chef Job
Location: Bromsgrove Worcester, UK
Pay Rate: £16 per hour
Contract type: Temporary
Hours: Between 25 – 40 hours per week
Are you a talented and dedicated CarehomeChef looking for an exciting new opportunity?
Join our team, this role offers the chance to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic and supportive environment, with the added benefit of a flexible working schedule.
About Us:
Located in the heart of Bromsgrove, our warm and welcoming nursing home offers compassionate, person-centred care in a comfortable and homely setting. We provide tailored support for older adults, including specialist dementia and nursing care, with a focus on dignity, respect, and enhancing quality of life. Our dedicated team works closely with residents and their families to create a safe, engaging environment where everyone feels valued and at home.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan and prepare nutritious, appetising meals that meet the dietary needs of elderly residents, including soft food and specialist diets.
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Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are strictly followed, maintaining a clean and compliant kitchen environment.
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Manage kitchen inventory and supplies, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimising waste.
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Adapt meals for individual dietary requirements, such as diabetic, low-sodium, or allergen-free options.
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Work collaboratively with care staff to support residents’ health and well-being through thoughtful meal planning and presentation.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will possess:
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Proven experience as a care home cook/chef.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
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A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene
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A DBS (ideally enhanced)
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a full understanding of Dietary needs
