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Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help us achieve our goals. As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Joining us at Milngavie Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, calculated pro-rota for part time. Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. What you'll be doing Supporting the Chefs in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements To ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used Manage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place To maintain accurate records to satisfy food hygiene requirement such as fridge temperature checks Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience working in a similar catering role, ideally in a care or similar environment. Committed to customer care and first-class service provision Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment To share our values and demonstrate them at all times. "Can-Do" flexible team worker, problem fixer, passion for what they do, ability to manage diverse and demanding workload, think out of the box, open to doing things differently If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Milngavie Manor Care Home Milngavie Manor is a luxurious care home in Milngavie, Glasgow, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environmentA friendly, caring and professional approachGood communication and teamwork skillsAn understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practicesA passion for delivering excellent customer serviceThe 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 PACKAGEIn 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 opportunitiesAccess to wellbeing and employee assistance programmesRetail and lifestyle discountsRefer a Friend bonus schemeOpportunities 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.

Do you have experience working in the catering industry? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are urgently recruiting Enhanced DBS Kitchen staff to join our team. Kitchen Assistant, Kitchen Porter and Catering Assistant positions available to start as soon as possible. A valid DBS certificate is essential for some locations such as schools and care homes. Own transport desirable due to some remote locations. Shift times: Various shift times available e.g. 10:00-14:00 / 08:00-14:00 / 11:00-19:00 Level 2 Food hygiene certificate is essential - We can provide training & certificate 12.71ph - 16.00 depending on job role and shift times Duties to include: Assisting Chefs in preparing balanced, wholesome meals. Food preparation Serving from canteen bays Ensuring the kitchen and dining areas are kept clean, tidy Adhering to health and safety standards. Requirements: Level 2 Food hygiene certificate DBS certificate Ability to follow Health & Safety policies Manual Handling and COSHH Be able to work to a schedule Follow instructions Good communication Once registered with Blue Arrow, we will endeavour to offer you other potentially suitable assignments. If you have experience within the catering industry, please apply now and we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss your application. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environmentA friendly, caring and professional approachGood communication and teamwork skillsAn understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practicesA passion for delivering excellent customer serviceThe 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 PACKAGEIn 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 opportunitiesAccess to wellbeing and employee assistance programmesRetail and lifestyle discountsRefer a Friend bonus schemeOpportunities 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.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo join us as a Bank Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environmentA friendly, caring and professional approachGood communication and teamwork skillsAn understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practicesA passion for delivering excellent customer serviceThe 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 PACKAGEAs 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.

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 ROLEAs 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 YOUTo join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need: Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environmentA friendly, caring and professional approachGood communication and teamwork skillsAn understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practicesA passion for delivering excellent customer serviceThe 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 PACKAGEIn 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 opportunitiesAccess to wellbeing and employee assistance programmesRetail and lifestyle discountsRefer a Friend bonus schemeOpportunities 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.

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.

Kitchen Assistant (Kirkwood Hall) Bank Kitchen Assistant £15,123.50 per annum Between the hours of 8am and 5pm Kirkwood Do you want to be part of a passionate catering team providing excellent customer experiences every time? At Broadacres we run several Extra Care schemes across North Yorkshire. Here the catering team proudly serve exceptional food, making sure dinner time is the highlight of the day! If you think you could blend' into our hardworking catering team in a busy restaurant/bistro, we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for someone who can whisk' up enthusiasm, stir' up some fun, and serve' up smiles. Don't miss this chance to spice' up your career with us! Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out cleaning duties to a high standard within the kitchen and dining area, ensuring all preparation areas and equipment are kept clean Assisting the chefs to plate meals and prepare food trolleys Preparing the dining room for meal service and serving food and drinks to residents and customers Acting as Front of House', ensuring that meals run smoothly, providing a hosting service before and after meals. About you Our ideal candidate will: Be highly customer focussed Have the ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness Hold a Level 1 NVQ in catering, or equivalent, or be prepared to work towards one About us As a not-for-profit organisation we provide a comprehensive range of services to over 6,800 homes, and extra care schemes. With our aim to be the Best Rural Housing Association in the country, we are looking for great people to join us! If you want to find out more about the Extra Care schemes and catering teams visit our website What we can offer in return: Sociable and flexible hours Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career growth. Supportive Work Environment: A collaborative and innovative workplace that values your contributions. Comprehensive Benefits: A range of benefits to support your wellbeing and personal development. If you are a good team worker and want to make a difference then we would like to hear from you! At Broadacres we are an equal opportunities and disability confident employer who welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community, and we encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in areas of the organisation. Please note: This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient suitable applications are received. We will be interviewing as applications come in so apply early to avoid disappointment!

Remedicare are seeking a dedicated Chef or Cook to join the catering team at an attractive elderly care home near Warminster. The core responsibilities will be to deliver high quality, nutritious meals for the residents on the days that you are working, working in an extremely rewarding setting. Vacancy Reference: PK70619 (Care Home Chef or Cook) This is a full time, permanent Chef position paying an initial 15.00 per hour on a permanent contract. This is a working 3 or 4 days per week working core hours 7:00am-2:30pm shifts, and with the help of a dedicated Kitchen Assistant. There is also the option to work an extended shift of 7am-7pm if you would prefer. This role is working in a fantastic 25 bedded Care Home that is a part of an established, independently-owned care company with multiple homes in the area, and that has a strong history of supporting and developing their staff. As a Chef within this 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 / Cook 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 For more information on the Care Home Chef role please click apply & call Phil on (phone number removed)

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help us achieve our goals. As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Joining us at Hindhead Place, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. What you'll be doing Supporting the Chefs in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements To ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used Manage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place To maintain accurate records to satisfy food hygiene requirement such as fridge temperature checks Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience working in a similar catering role, ideally in a care or similar environment. Committed to customer care and first-class service provision Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment To share our values and demonstrate them at all times. "Can-Do" flexible team worker, problem fixer, passion for what they do, ability to manage diverse and demanding workload, think out of the box, open to doing things differently If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Hindhead Place Care Home Hindhead Place is a luxurious care home in Hindhead, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!

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.

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