Overview
As our chef, you will play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents, ensuring every dish is made with love to support their health and happiness.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, plan and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements and cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs such as allergies or soft diets.
- Support the head chef in the planning and provision of high‑quality meals.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling.
- Depute for the head chef during periods of absence and maintain high‑quality food offerings at all times.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least NVQ level 2.
- Basic certificate in Food Hygiene.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations.
- Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents.
- Ability to multi‑task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Quality‑linked bonus scheme tied to CQC/CI quality rating
- Workplace pension
- True team culture with a collaborative, encouraging working environment
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services
- Wide range of retail discounts and savings
- Free on‑site parking
- Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £750 per successful referral
About Hindhead Place Care Home
Hindhead Place is a luxurious care home in Hindhead, Surrey, part of the award‑winning Hamberley Care Homes. Residents enjoy spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. The home offers a deluxe picture house for classic films, an on‑site luxury spa with hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies, and a hospitality standard comparable to a five‑star hotel.
Application Note
Due to the high level of interest we anticipate, the advert may close earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you are interested, apply as soon as possible.
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