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This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, across 4 days out of a 7-day rota.
Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home
- Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines
- Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements
As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate.
In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Employee benefits include:
- 22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility
- Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
- Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you!
This is a casual position, offering flexible hours to suit both your availability and the needs of the care home.
Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour.
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home
- Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines
- Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements
As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate.
In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Employee benefits include:
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility
- Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
- Flexible hours to suit your needs
- Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: The Elms Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £16.25 an hour
Hours: Saturday and/or Sunday 6 hours Every weekend/every other weekend. (approx. 2pm to 7pm but negotiable)
Reports to: Elms Head Chef
Closing date: 18th January 2026. We may close the advert or start interviews before the closing date based on the applicants we recieve.
About the Role
DENS is looking for a passionate and experienced Cook to join our team at The Elms, our 44-bedroom mixed hostel. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently and wants to make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents through nutritious, high-quality food.
Key Responsibilities
- Meal Preparation: Safely produce high-quality hot meals, desserts, and drinks, ensuring they are nutritional, varied, and follow agreed meal plans.
- Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict Health & Safety standards and keep the ‘Safer Food Better Business for Caterers’ records updated.
- Kitchen Management: Manage food prep, minimize waste, keep catering areas clean and well-stocked, and liaise with the Head Chef.
- Allergen Awareness: Ensure all dietary requirements and common allergens are managed with total accuracy.
About you
- Experience: Previous experience in a kitchen (schools, colleges, or care homes is a plus) and the ability to work confidently on your own.
- Qualifications: A current Food Hygiene Certificate is essential. A recognized catering qualification or equivalent professional experience is required.
- Skills: Strong verbal communication and a passion for simple, wholesome, and well-presented food.
- Values: A commitment to excellent customer service and a supportive attitude toward our residents.
This role is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
· 25 days or equivalent annual leave
· Flexible working environment
· Medicash plan, including Virtual GP, some dental and optical cover
· Employee assistance programme - 24/7 mental health support helpline
· Professional development and training
· NEST pension scheme
How to apply
If you match our criteria, please send your CV, including your Supporting Statement.
For an informal chat or to request a full job discription and person specification, please ring our Accommodation Service Manager, Ruth Osbourne on 01442 800 131
Registered Charity
51 - 100
To help rebuild the lives of vulnerable people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Beyond Food Foundation is looking for a Head Training and Events Chef.
Do you have the skills to train groups of young people and vulnerable adults to achieve amazing things in the kitchen?
Do you want to be part of helping to change people's lives?
We are looking for someone inspirational to lead on our in-kitchen skills training and drive high standards of food production across all training and events.
You will bring industry insights and experience to the role, leveraging these to support trainees into further training, work or volunteering roles in hospitality.
Our programmes are built around the kitchen and dining table, you will work closely with a Food Engagement Lead to craft sessions and experiences to leverage the power of food for changing lives.
£40,000 - £44,000 experience dependant - 40hrs per week - Generally Monday - Friday.
The Foundry, E6 5NX and across London as required.
28 Days annual leave + bank holidays.
Please provide a covering letter no longer than two pages, outlining your experience and explaining why you feel you meet the criteria set out in the job description
Registered Charity
11 - 20
At Beyond Food, we support individuals whose lives have unravelled to rebuild with purpose, pride, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Head Chef
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Job Title: Head Chef
Report to: Operations Team
Hours: 39 per week
Location: Ravenswood Village, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6BQ
Contract: Permanent
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To be part of, and lead, a team preparing and providing meals which comply with the laws of Kashrut and Food Hygiene Regulations.
- To provide regular supervision, leadership and development to the catering team.
- Working in a professional manner whilst developing a strong team ethos, where staff and trainees are motivated to reach their full potential.
- To ensure that food is purchased, stored, prepared and served is safe for
- consumption and in accordance with Kosher preparation and cooking of food in appropriate quantities for the allocated services.
- To maintain all aspects of the kitchen, including stock, cleaning and disposal of waste under the regulations set by the Food Standards Agency.
- To prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals, to accommodate and adhere to special dietary needs, vegetarian options and care plans when creating a diverse menu plan for the allocated services.
- To complete periodic deep cleaning of the kitchen as defined in the cleaning schedule.
- To record, report and action all Health and Safety and Food Standards Agency required checks, including food temperatures, fridge and freezer temperatures,
- opening and closing checks.
- Liaise with care staff, home managers and other health professionals as necessary regarding any specific dietary requirements relating to individual health needs and ensure that foods are prepared with due care and attention, with particular regard to these dietary requirements developing menus around this information and guidance.
- To be aware of and comply with the safe working practices as laid down under the Health & Safety at Work Act and Food Hygiene Regulations.
- To support ad hoc functions or events on or off site and to provide cover where necessary, ensuring continuity of the day-to-day operation of the kitchen. This may include the need to work flexibly or additional hours on occasion.
GENERAL:
- To maintain standard of dress that is appropriate to role and in accordance with the organisation’s dress policy.
- To maintain confidentiality at all times and to ensure respect for, proper observance of and adherence to Norwood's confidentiality policy for all staff.
- To work on a rotating rota with the requirement to work at weekends as required. Hours of work per day can vary according to the needs of the service within the weekly hours contracted.
- To attend regular supervision sessions with the line manager and undertake relevant training as and when required.
- To take all reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions. Co-operate with the organisation as far as is necessary to enable that duty or requirement to be performed or complied with. To report to the Health and Safety Manager regarding a serious risk or your concerns over safety issues.
- To work collaboratively with volunteers to ensure that their contribution enhances the quality of service provision and support across the organisation.
- To work at any other Norwood location, as and when required.
- To provide where required training to support workers providing meals in other services as well as menu review/implementation support as requested.
- To undertake any other duties which are consistent with the post.
- This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the service.
