Job Summary
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Care Home Chef to prepare nutritious, home-style meals that meet the needs of our residents in line with CQC standards and best practice. The ideal candidate will understand special diets, texture-modified foods, and the importance of nutrition and hydration in care settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare fresh, balanced, and appealing meals for residents
- Adapt menus to meet :
- Texture-modified diets (pureed, soft, IDDSI levels)
- Cultural and religious needs (Halal, vegetarian, etc.)
- Medical and special diets (diabetic, low salt, high calorie, allergies)
- Ensure hydration and regular snack availability
- Monitor resident preferences and collect feedback
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
- Complete :
- Temperature records
- Cleaning schedules
- Food logs and audits
- Follow all food safety and infection control procedures
- Order stock and manage kitchen budgets
- Supervise and support kitchen assistants
- Work closely with care staff, residents, and families
Requirements
Qualifications & Training
Essential :
Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene CertificateAllergen Awareness TrainingInfection Prevention & Control trainingDesirable :
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Professional Cookery / CateringBasic First AidDementia Awareness TrainingExperience
Experience in care homes, hospitals, schools, or large-scale cateringStrong understanding of :Texture-modified dietsCultural and religious food requirementsSpecial medical dietsKnowledge & Compliance
Good working knowledge of :HACCPEnvironmental Health standardsCOSHHCQC nutrition and hydration standardsAbility to maintain accurate kitchen and food safety recordsSafeguarding & Compliance
Enhanced DBS check requiredRight to work in the UKMinimum of 2 referencesSafeguarding Adults trainingSkills & Personal Qualities
Compassionate and resident-focusedExcellent time management and multitasking skillsStrong communication skillsTeam player with leadership ability (for senior chef roles)Ability to follow individual care plansHow to Apply
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