Chef (Care home)
3 days ago
Job Title: Care Home Chef / Cook Reports to: Home Manager / Head Chef Job Purpose To plan, prepare, and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents in accordance with dietary requirements, preferences, and food hygiene regulations, while maintaining a safe and clean kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities Meal Preparation & Cooking Plan, prepare, and serve meals and snacks that are nutritious, appealing, and suited to residents’ dietary needs (including allergies, texture‑modified diets, and cultural or religious preferences). Adapt recipes to meet residents’ individual needs, including diabetic, low‑salt, vegetarian, and pureed diets. Ensure portion control and presentation standards are consistently high. Menu Planning Assist in creating seasonal menus in consultation with residents and care staff to encourage choice and variety. Monitor stock levels and minimize food waste through effective ordering and portion control. Health, Safety & Hygiene Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in compliance with HACCP, Environmental Health, and CQC regulations. Ensure correct food storage, temperature control, and safe preparation procedures. Complete daily kitchen records, including cleaning schedules and temperature logs. Teamwork & Communication Work collaboratively with care staff to support residents during mealtimes. Supervise kitchen assistants or other catering staff as required. Participate in training and development to maintain high standards of catering and safety. Administration Order supplies within budget and maintain accurate stock records. Ensure all catering‑related documentation and audits are completed accurately and on time. Skills & Qualities Passion for cooking nutritious food and caring for older or vulnerable people. Good communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. Understanding of dietary needs related to age and health conditions. Qualifications & Experience Food Hygiene Level 2 (minimum); Level 3 desirable. Experience working in a care home, hospital, or similar catering environment. Knowledge of CQC standards and special dietary requirements preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Penrith, United Kingdom HC-One Ltd. Full timeA leading care home provider in Penrith is looking for a dedicated Chef to prepare and serve nutritious meals. Candidates should have a recognised qualification in catering and a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. The role involves working within a team to create a positive dining experience for residents. This position offers part-time hours, enhancing your...
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Care Home Chef: Cook with Heart
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Taskmaster Full timeA care home kitchen team is seeking a Chef in Penrith to prepare and serve high-quality meals that cater to residents' needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar environment and demonstrate a passion for cooking. This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a significant impact on...
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Care Home Chef: Nutritious Meals
1 week ago
Penrith, United Kingdom HC-One Ltd. Full timeA leading care provider is seeking a dedicated Chef for their kitchen in Penrith, England. The ideal candidate will have a recognized qualification in Catering and a passion for creating wholesome meals that bring comfort to residents. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining high food safety standards, and contributing to a positive team...
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Chef
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Taskmaster Full timeChef Wanted - Join Our Prestigious Care Home Kitchen Team Location: Penrith Hours: 5 days over 7 (including weekends) Pay: £16.00/hour (Weekdays) | £19.24/hour (Weekends) What You’ll Do: Prepare and serve high-quality meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences Work closely with our caring staff to ensure mealtimes are a highlight of the...
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Senior Home Care Assistant
5 days ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Eden Country Care Full timeJoin us as either a Senior Home Care Assistant **OR** Trainee Senior Home Care Assistant **1. Quality Reputation - **carers come to us for a senior opportunity and a fresh new start in a family run, local company renowned for it's quality **2. Management** - we're supportive, appreciative, friendly and professional leaders with a very open door culture -...
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Senior Home Care Assistant
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Eden Country Care Full time**Senior Carer opportunity with great prospects in a fabulous and friendly home care team with amazing retention rates - **£10.92-£11.20 per hour + guaranteed interview (121 and confidentiality assured) +on call bonus £70 + paid travel time between clients + contracted hours on commencement + per mile fuel allowance between clients + handy weekly pay +...
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Kitchen Assistant
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Croft Avenue Care Home Full timeWe have an excellent opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to join our kitchen team at Croft Avenue Care Home. The home provide meals to our 30 residents on a daily basis and we are looking to develop our team. **Duties & Responsibilities** - washing, peeling and preparing food ingredients - using equipment's such has mixer, knives and cutters - reviewing...
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Home Care Assistant
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Eden Country Care Full timeWe are looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic people to join our growing team in Penrith. No experience or care qualifications necessary as supportive, quality training provided for the right caring, reliable applicants. You will be responsible for assisting mainly older people with personal care, food preparation and companionship. We offer excellent...
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Care Assistant
3 days ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Croft Avenue Care Home Full time**Job description** **We are not accepting applicants who require sponsorship at this time.** Croft Avenue Care Home, situated in the charming village of Penrith, is part of the esteemed PH Care Group, a family-operated organisation devoted to providing top-tier care for our residents. At Croft Avenue, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and supportive...
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Care Assistant
2 weeks ago
Penrith, United Kingdom Croft Avenue Care Home Full time**We are currently not offering sponsorship** PH Care Group is a family-operated organization, committed to providing the highest quality care for our residents. Currently, we manage seven care homes within our group, each dedicated to ensuring the well-being, comfort, and individual needs of our residents. As a care home provider, our services include...