Pure Care are seeking an experienced and dedicated Chef to join the catering team at a purpose-built luxury Care Home in the Weymouth area. The core responsibilities will be to deliver high quality, fresh, home cooked meals for the residents, working in an extremely rewarding setting.

Vacancy Reference - PK62730 (Care Home Chef)

This is a full time, permanent Chef position paying an initial -14.00 per hour on a full time, permanent contract (40 hours per week) with the help of a dedicated Kitchen Assistant.

This role is working in a fantastic 60 bedded Care Home that is a part of an award-winning care company that has a strong history of supporting and developing their staff. As a Chef within this modern, purpose-built care home you will provide a high-quality food service to support residents, be responsive to their needs, and contribute to their overall positive experience of living in the Home.

Candidates will ideally have a valid Food Hygiene Certificate and previous experience of working in a Care Home or similar environment would be preferred but is not essential. A good understanding of Health and Safety and COSHH guidelines is required within the Chef role. Qualifications within Catering/Hospitality/Professional Cookery would be looked upon favourably but are not essential.

If you have previous experience as a Chef, Cook or Sous Chef and want to work in an extremely rewarding environment then apply now!

Care Home Chef Main Duties:

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, including cooking, plating, and presentation
• Cook using fresh, locally sourced ingredients made from scratch as much as possible
• Prepare weekly food rotas and menus, paying particular attention to any special dietary requirements
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations in the kitchen environment, as well as Food Hygiene issues, COSHH, and working within the guidelines relating to cross infection

What we can offer the new Chef

• Competitive rates of pay (with paid breaks)
• Free DBS check
• Uniform provided
• Blue Light Card and an extensive employee benefits scheme

For more information on the Care Home Chef role please click apply & call Phil on (phone number removed).