🍳 Chef – Residential Care Home (Southend-on-Sea)
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Hours: Part-time
Setting: 15-bed residential care home
Are you a passionate and reliable chef who enjoys preparing nutritious meals that truly make a difference?
We are a friendly 15-bed residential care home in Southend-on-Sea, and we’re looking for a Chef to join our team. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Senior Chef and report to the Registered Manager, playing a key part in supporting the health and wellbeing of our residents.
Your Role Will Include:
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Assisting in the preparation and cooking of daily meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
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Supporting the Senior Chef in planning menus and ensuring variety and nutrition.
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Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen.
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Monitoring stock levels and helping with ordering as needed.
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Collaborating with care staff to ensure positive mealtime experiences for residents.
About You:
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Experience as a chef or cook, ideally in a care or healthcare setting.
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Knowledge of specialist dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, diabetes-friendly meals).
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Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or higher).
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A team player with a caring attitude and a passion for cooking.
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Reliable, organised, and able to follow guidance from the Senior Chef and Manager.
What We Offer:
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Supportive, family-like working environment.
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Flexible working hours and shift patterns.
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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The chance to make a real impact in the lives of older adults