Chef

Chef - Care Home Setting
Location: Earls Colne, Colchester

Salary: 15 per Hour
Hours: Full Time - Days

PSR Solutions are proud to be recruiting for an experienced and talented Chef in Colchester, Essex to join an elegant and luxurious nursing home, designed with resident wellbeing at the core. This is a rewarding role where your culinary skills will directly contribute to residents' health, well-being, and overall experience.

As Chef, you'll be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals while managing food stock and kitchen budgets. Reporting to the Home Manager, you'll maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, supervise kitchen staff, and create a positive dining experience for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily menus tailored to residents' dietary needs
• Manage food stock, orders, and kitchen budgets
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
• Lead and support kitchen staff
• Engage with residents and respond to feedback

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef (care or hospitality setting preferred)
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation/Catering
• Food Hygiene Level 2 (willing to work towards Level 3)
• First Aid certification
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and kitchen operations
• Great communication and time management skills
• Flexible to work weekends and holidays

Benefits

• Paid breaks & DBS
• Excellent opportunities for training and development
• Employee Assistance & Blue Light Card Scheme
• Supportive, people-first working environment
• A rewarding role making a real difference to residents' lives

Apply now or contact Solutions for a confidential chat.

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