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Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Cook / Chef A great opportunity for an experienced cook or chef who enjoys preparing homecooked, nutritious meals in a variety of supported housing settings, maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Relief Cook, Mobile Chef, Peripatetic Cook, Catering Assistant, Floating Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, Residential Cook SALARY: £14.80 per Hour LOCATION: Work across various sites in (Lewisham, Croydon, Lambeth, and Southwark) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 45 Hours per Week, 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Mon-Sun (alternative weekends) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Cook / Chef to prepare and serve healthy, balanced, and appealing meals for residents in supported housing environments. As a Cook / Chef you will work flexibly across different sites to ensure consistent, high-quality meal provision during periods of staff absence or increased demand. You will uphold strong food hygiene and safety standards while managing stock, minimising waste, and catering to diverse dietary and cultural needs. This Cook / Chef role is ideal for someone adaptable, organised, and passionate about home-style cooking, teamwork, and delivering exceptional meal services in changing kitchen environments. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Cook / Chef include: Preparing And Cooking Meals: Provide well-balanced, nutritious, and varied dishes for residents Maintaining Hygiene Standards: Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations Stock Control: Order supplies, manage stock rotation, and minimise wastage Adapting To Different Settings: Work effectively across multiple kitchens with diverse routines and residents Dietary Awareness: Cater to health, cultural, and personal dietary needs Waste Management: Dispose of food and waste correctly in line with hygiene guidelines Equipment Care: Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately Record Keeping: Maintain accurate food safety and ordering documentation Resident Engagement: Encourage residents to be involved in kitchen activities where appropriate Team Collaboration: Build positive working relationships with staff, residents, and families CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a catering or cooking role preparing meals for groups Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations Ability to work flexibly and travel between different sites Strong organisational and time management skills Kindness, empathy, and respect for residents' dignity and independence Ability to work independently and as part of a team Basic food hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain one DESIRABLE NVQ in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent Knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures Experience preparing a range of cuisines Familiarity with ordering systems, stock rotation, and waste management This role requires a DBS check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14779 Full-Time, Permanent Catering Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in South East London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online

Knightwood £12.85 per hour 15 hours per week - Term Time Contract Shifts are Monday - Friday 11.30am to 2.30pm Uniform provided Free initial DBS check Not for Profit Care Provider Brendoncare Knightwood are looking for a Hospitality Assistant to join their skilled kitchen team within their beautiful residential home. The role includes: Hosting residents in our restaurant. Serving them meals and refreshments with assistance from the chef. Light meal prep and serving duties Stock rotation Maintaining restaurant cleanliness Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded HACCP record completion A full role profile is available on request. Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering. In Return, we can offer you: Meals provided while on duty in our care homes Free initial DBS check Free parking (subject to availability) An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members Blue Light Card What is Brendoncare Knightwood like? Brendoncare Knightwood is a 20 bed residential home providing personalised care and home from home living. We also have apartments which receive 'close care' or 'domiciliary care' to enable the courtiers to live as independently as possible for as long as possible. Knightwood benefits from an excellent reputation within the local community, and a superb working environment. Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are kind, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague - they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are - together we are kind, dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our residents, families and visitors. From serving meals and refreshments to ensuring dining areas are clean, comfortable and inviting, you'll help make every mealtime a positive experience. Working closely with our hospitality and kitchen teams, you'll support the day-to-day delivery of food and beverage services throughout the home. Whether you're preparing dining areas, serving residents or assisting with kitchen duties, your friendly approach and attention to detail will help us deliver the high standards we're known for. As a Bank Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working hours that fit around your lifestyle while making a meaningful difference to residents' daily lives. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment A friendly, caring and professional approach Good communication and teamwork skills An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices A passion for delivering excellent customer service The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in providing an outstanding experience for residents and visitors alike. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and experience. If you'd like a rewarding role where you can make a real difference while enjoying flexible working opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our residents, families and visitors. From serving meals and refreshments to ensuring dining areas are clean, comfortable and inviting, you'll help make every mealtime a positive experience. Working closely with our hospitality and kitchen teams, you'll support the day-to-day delivery of food and beverage services throughout the home. Whether you're preparing dining areas, serving residents or assisting with kitchen duties, your friendly approach and attention to detail will help us deliver the high standards we're known for. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment A friendly, caring and professional approach Good communication and teamwork skills An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices A passion for delivering excellent customer service The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in providing an outstanding experience for residents and visitors alike. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including: Free training and development opportunities Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Retail and lifestyle discounts Refer a Friend bonus scheme Opportunities for career progression across Barchester Healthcare If you're passionate about hospitality and want to make a positive difference to residents' daily lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date C

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our residents, families and visitors. From serving meals and refreshments to ensuring dining areas are clean, comfortable and inviting, you'll help make every mealtime a positive experience. Working closely with our hospitality and kitchen teams, you'll support the day-to-day delivery of food and beverage services throughout the home. Whether you're preparing dining areas, serving residents or assisting with kitchen duties, your friendly approach and attention to detail will help us deliver the high standards we're known for. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment A friendly, caring and professional approach Good communication and teamwork skills An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices A passion for delivering excellent customer service The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in providing an outstanding experience for residents and visitors alike. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including: Free training and development opportunities Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Retail and lifestyle discounts Refer a Friend bonus scheme Opportunities for career progression across Barchester Healthcare If you're passionate about hospitality and want to make a positive difference to residents' daily lives, we'd love to hear from you. 0854

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Lead Chef to work with a social care provider on a temporary ongoing basis. Full time hours are preferred, however part time will be considered for the right candidate. Overview: The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen within a social care setting. The role holder will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for residents, ensuring all dietary and nutritional requirements are met whilst maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance. Main Duties: Lead kitchen operations on a daily basis Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations Manage stock control, ordering and rotation of food supplies Supervise and support kitchen assistants and catering staff Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and storage areas Work with care staff to ensure resident dietary needs are met Monitor portion control and food quality standards Support menu planning and catering delivery Essential Criteria: Enhanced DBS certificate Food hygiene certificate Previous experience as a Lead Chef or Senior Chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar setting Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and allergen management Experience of supervising kitchen staff Experience of menu planning and catering for varied dietary requirements Good organisational and communication skills If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

New Care Home Opening September 2026 Kitchen Assistant £12.71 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours - Includes alternate weekend working A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Please note - We cannot offer sponsorship for this position Thurnby Fields is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Leicester, offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 73 large en-suite bedrooms and 10 luxury care suites. The home also features luxurious lounges and dining rooms, an on-site café bar, a cinema and a professional hair and beauty salon. We are looking for flexible Kitchen Assistants to work within our Catering team. If you have a passion for catering we will support with further training and qualifications. The Kitchen Assistant supports all catering functions within the Cinnamon home and, alongside the Head Chef and other catering staff ensures that all kitchen services are efficient and that the required Health & Safety measures are adhered to within the department. The Kitchen Assistant assists with all the working areas within the homes kitchen. Responsibilities include food preparation, washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen area. Our team member benefits include: Paid Breaks Uniforms Staff Meals Nest Pension Employee Assistance Programme Care Workers Charity Spice of Life Discount Retail Scheme Cycle Scheme Eye Care Refer a Friend Scheme Reward Vouchers Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards Main Responsibilities Support the Head Chef, Chef and other catering team members to deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice at all times. Prepare nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef promptly and in accordance with agreed mealtimes. Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas at all times, in accordance with the appropriate food hygiene regulations. Prepare special diet meals as needed and as directed by the Head Chef. Provide feedback to the Head Chef and Chef on complaints from residents or others on the functioning of the catering department. Address complaints promptly where possible and report them to the Head Chef or in the Head Chef s absence to the Chef. Support cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place. Person Specification Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our residents, families and visitors. From serving meals and refreshments to ensuring dining areas are clean, comfortable and inviting, you'll help make every mealtime a positive experience. Working closely with our hospitality and kitchen teams, you'll support the day-to-day delivery of food and beverage services throughout the home. Whether you're preparing dining areas, serving residents or assisting with kitchen duties, your friendly approach and attention to detail will help us deliver the high standards we're known for. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment A friendly, caring and professional approach Good communication and teamwork skills An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices A passion for delivering excellent customer service The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in providing an outstanding experience for residents and visitors alike. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including: Free training and development opportunities Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Retail and lifestyle discounts Refer a Friend bonus scheme Opportunities for career progression across Barchester Healthcare If you're passionate about hospitality and want to make a positive difference to residents' daily lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Meadway £12.85 per hour 8 or 6 hour per week - working 3 or 4 days a week Shifts are Monday to Sunday ( working a 2 hours shift between the hours of 4.30pm to 7.00pm) Uniform provided Free initial DBS check Not for Profit Care Provider Brendoncare Meadway are looking for a Care Home Hospitality and Catering Assistant to join their team within their residential home. The role includes: Hosting residents in the dining room Light meal prep and serving duties Stock rotation Maintaining restaurant and kitchen cleanliness Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded HACCP record completion A full role profile is available on request. Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering. In Return, we can offer you: Meals provided while on duty in our care homes Free initial DBS check Free parking (subject to availability) An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members Blue Light Card What is Brendoncare Meadway like? Combining warmth and community spirit with caring expertise, the home enables residents to be cared for, secure in the knowledge that their individuality will be respected however frail they may become. Brendoncare Meadway provides a home where older people can be helped to live as normally as possible and where the emphasis is on quality and enjoyment of life. The staff offer good care and are proud to do so in an atmosphere where residents can feel they are still in charge of their own lives. Brendoncare is a registered charity, dedicated to improving the quality of life for older people through our care homes and community clubs. Brendoncare Meadway, our popular care home in Winchester, provides residential care for 13 residents in St Cross, enabling older people to live independent, happy and fulfilling lives. Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are kind, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague - they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are - together we are kind, dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team.

Catering Assistant Location: St Giles View Part-time and full-time contracts avaliable £12.85 per hour An additional 10% paid for weekend shifts as a premium uplift Alternate weekends off Paid breaks and free meal provided No later finishes (7PM LATEST!) Free parking Uniform provided The Brendoncare Foundation are delighted to be looking for part-time and full-time Catering Assistants to join our team at our 60 bed care home. Brendoncare St Giles View is a modern development in our home city of Winchester, which provides 60 purpose built en-suite residential, nursing and dementia bedrooms. Leisure facilities include a café/restaurant, hair and beauty salon and community spaces. This home has landscaped gardens and enjoys stunning views of the South Downs. By working alongside the Chef Manager and second chef you will assist in producing a varied, nutritionally balanced, tasty and an appetising menu to satisfy all dietary needs and preferences of the residents prepared in a safe, hygienic and an efficient catering area. The role includes: Meal prep Assisting with the preparation of meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks Stock rotation Maintaining kitchen cleanliness Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded HACCP record completion A full role profile is available on request. Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering for older/vulnerable adults with an understanding of their dietary and nutritional needs In Return, we can offer you: Meals provided while on duty in our care homes Free initial DBS check Free parking (subject to availability) An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members Blue Light Card EarlyPay Minimum of 5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays Enhanced annual leave after five years to reward long service and dedication Extensive training and continual personal development Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague - they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are - together we are kind, dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team. Safeguarding is a core priority for us. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone. Please note: We are running a dynamic recruitment process and may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration.

Recruiting Temporary Chefs - Immediate Opportunities Available - Hertfordshire / Essex & North London We are currently recruiting all grades of temporary chefs for ongoing assignments within care homes, nursing homes, schools, and educational establishments across: Hertfordshire Essex North London Positions Available Head Chef Chef Manager Sous Chef Chef de Partie Relief Chef Cook / Assistant Cook Pay Rates £17.00 - £20.00 per hour (depending on role, experience, and location) - rates are in line with current temporary chef opportunities across schools and care settings in the region. Requirements Right to work in the UK Previous experience in schools, care homes, nursing homes, or contract catering Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum) Enhanced DBS (preferred or willing to obtain) Reliable and professional approach Own transport advantageous but not essential What We Offer Flexible temporary assignments Weekly pay Full-time and part-time opportunities Monday-Sunday shifts available Weekend and ongoing care home placements Competitive hourly rates and regular work opportunities To apply, please send your CV and availability details. Immediate starts available for suitable candidates. Covering Hertfordshire, Essex, and North London.

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for an outstanding Kitchen Assistant who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll be working Full Time (40 hours per week) at Cygnet Kenney House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Kenney House is our hospital for women, located in Oldham. The services provide a safe and secure care pathway for women with mental health need and are now open. We have collaborated with the NHS to develop services to support women from the North West to be treated closer to home. There are three wards at Cygnet Kenney House; Billington Ward, a 12 bed specialist Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Baldock Ward, a 16 bed Acute service and Harben Ward, a 16 bed mental health rehabilitation and recovery service. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. Your day-to-day Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately Rotate stock & put away all deliveries Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations Why Cygnet? We'll offer you Salary: £13.15 per hour Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme "Cycle to work" scheme & employee discount savings You are Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant is so important. Providing cover for any planned or unplanned absences, you'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents and enhance their hospitality experience. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach, and flexible when it comes to your work patterns. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take catering seriously and even run a fiercely-contested annual Barchester Hospitality Awards. If you do well in this role it could lead to a permanent one. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.