​Chef – Care & Residential Setting

​Chef – Care & Residential Setting

Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Times: 07:00 – 18:00
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Chef to join a high-quality nursing and residential care setting in Kempston. This role offers consistent working hours, no late nights, and the opportunity to make a real difference by delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to residents.

You will support the smooth running of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared to a high standard while maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals

• Support and deputise for the Chef Manager when required

• Maintain food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards

• Assist with menu planning and kitchen organisation

• Lead and support kitchen staff as needed

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef in a catering environment

• Valid Food Hygiene Certificate

• Passion for quality food and high standards

• Confident, proactive, and able to take responsibility

• Friendly and approachable, with good communication skills

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds in Catering or equivalent

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role

What’s Offered

• £14.14 per hour on a permanent contract

• Stable hours with no late nights

• Pension and annual leave

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Staff benefits, discounts, and recognition schemes

Important Information

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.