Chef - Care Home Setting, Biscter Pay rate: £15.64 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available) Contracted hours: 44 hours per week Shift times: 6:30am - 2:00pm, various weekdays and alternate weekends<h3>About the Role</h3>Are you an experienced chef who enjoys cooking for large groups and crafting seasonal menus from fresh ingredients?Looking for a role with no split shifts or late nights?This is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of menu development in a care home environment, preparing nutritious, high-quality meals that residents genuinely enjoy. You'll lead a small kitchen team and ensure top standards of hygiene, safety, and nutrition.Occasional catering for community activities may be required, and weekend shifts are part of the schedule.Nutrition plays a vital role in the wellbeing of residents, and you'll be involved in tailoring meals to individual dietary needs and preferences. Building relationships with residents and their families helps ensure a personal and enjoyable dining experience.You'll be joining a supportive team that values warmth, kindness, and quality care.<h3>What's in It for You</h3>This role is part of a not-for-profit organisation that reinvests in its people and services. Benefits include:<ul><li>30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Free uniform and DBS check</li><li>Enhanced weekend pay</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Refer-a-Friend scheme (up to £1000)</li><li>Discounts through Blue Light Card and "My Rewards" programme</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Experience in a professional kitchen, catering for large groups</li><li>Understanding of specialist diets and menu planning</li><li>Ideally working toward or holding a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership (or equivalent)</li><li>Strong leadership and team motivation skills</li><li>Confident engaging with elderly residents to understand their needs</li><li>Budget and stock management experience</li></ul>If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a meaningful setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your next chapter in care-focused catering.If you are Interested in this role please contact Giles for further information   Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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