Care Home Cook: Nutritious, Resident-Focused Meals

Midlandscare; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Leicester seeks a Chef to lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals in a warm, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in catering, especially for diverse dietary needs, and possess strong culinary skills. Responsibilities include menu planning, meal preparation, stock management, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Join a team that values compassion, togetherness, and positivity, and enjoy competitive pay, training programs, and more.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Robust pension scheme

Learning Academy for development

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional working environment

On-site car parking

Free uniform

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or catering environment.
• Strong cooking ability with confidence in preparing meals for diverse dietary needs.
• Understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus with residents and the kitchen team.
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals to a high standard.
• Manage stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Maintain a clean and compliant kitchen environment.
• Support residents with person-centred catering practices.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Organisation

Job description

A leading care home provider in Leicester seeks a Chef to lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals in a warm, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in catering, especially for diverse dietary needs, and possess strong culinary skills. Responsibilities include menu planning, meal preparation, stock management, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Join a team that values compassion, togetherness, and positivity, and enjoy competitive pay, training programs, and more.