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Senior Business Development Manager - Foodservice (New Business) 50,000- 60,000 + 8,000 Car Allowance + Uncapped Commission + Benefits National Field-Based Role Are you a successful Foodservice Sales professional with a passion for winning new business? We're recruiting for a Senior Business Development Manager to join one of the UK's leading fresh and chilled food suppliers. This is a genuine 100% new business role, giving you the freedom to build your own portfolio while being rewarded with an outstanding commission structure. What's on Offer? Salary up to 60,000 (more for exceptional candidates) 8,000 annual car allowance Uncapped commission - typical OTE 15K - 20K 500 annual Health & Wellbeing allowance Pension, private healthcare and additional benefits Flexible home-based location (regular travel to Bradford, Manchester and Slough) The Role Win new foodservice business across the UK. Develop relationships with hospitality, education, healthcare and contract catering customers. Work with chefs, buyers and decision-makers to deliver tailored fresh food solutions. Drive profitable sales growth and build long-term customer partnerships. What We're Looking For Proven success in foodservice sales and new business development . Experience selling fresh food (meat, fish, produce or chilled products). Strong commercial and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated, ambitious and driven to exceed targets. If you're a high-performing foodservice sales professional looking for a role with genuine earning potential and the backing of a market-leading business, we'd love to hear from you. WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. 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 You'll be supporting the head chef 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. Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling. To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment. Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Committed to customer care and first-class service provision A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2 Basic certificate in Food hygiene. 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 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, Surrey, 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 something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. Joining us at Charrington 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. Working Pattern: Four days per week, 10-hour shifts per day 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 You'll be supporting the head chef 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. Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling. To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment. Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Committed to customer care and first-class service provision A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2 Basic certificate in Food hygiene. 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 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 Charrington Manor Charrington Manor is a luxurious care home in West Byfleet, 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 something special. Be part of Hamberley.

2nd Chef £17.14 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours - Includes 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. Merriman Grange is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Worthing offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 72 large ensuite bedrooms and 5 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 someone who is both energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food. Working from a variety of menus created by the Head Chef, you will ensure that mealtimes are a highlight of our residents day by ordering, preparing and serving appetizing freshly produced food, from local suppliers where possible, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. 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 We aim to provide a fine dining experience with varied choices for every mealtime but also providing all catering for private events for our residents. Working in a spacious, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, you will need to be hard working, professional and reliable. Our Chef is looking for someone who has at least 2 year's catering experience, ideally Chef de Partie level with NVQ 2/3. You will need to have the passion to work with the catering team showcasing innovative and fine dining standard of food. You will be mentored and trained further by the Head Chef and encouraged to contribute to the kitchen's ideas and menus.

Head Chef Up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience, plus company benefits Full Time Hours 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. Merriman Grange is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Worthing offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 72 large ensuite bedrooms and 5 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 have an exciting opportunity to join our team at our stunning home, working in a state of the art kitchen heading up a great team and working sociable hours! 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 At Cinnamon we like to understand what our residents enjoy. That s why our chefs visit all residents when they move into their new home. Our chefs will establish likes and dislikes and ensure that the home s menu cycle works for them. On occasions when this doesn t work they are happy to cook something different. Our chefs cater for modified and individual diets and have support at hand to seek advice and guidance if needed. The standard of food that we require will be high-end, beautifully presented, using fresh ingredients and locally sourced where available. We insist that every meal time is a truly enjoyable experience for our residents. Overseeing and managing a full kitchen team including a second chef and kitchen assistants, you will ensure that all kitchen services are efficient, and that the required Health and Safety measures are in place and adhered to within the department. Additional requirements of this role include: Monitoring the performance of suppliers and regularly check that their prices remain competitive, ensuring that the General Manager is kept informed accordingly. Support cost-effective stock control systems and ensure these are in place to minimise waste. 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. Ensure the management and implementation of safe working procedures and practices in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. Assist the General Manager in the resolution of any complaints concerning the catering service. Actively participate in events held in home, liaising with the General Manager and Activities Coordinator to ensure nutrition and hydration needs are met, as well as social aspects of such events. Person Specification: This role involves working within a team which is committed to providing an excellent food service to the residents, having appropriate supervisory experience and relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food and Hygiene or Catering Services. Key Attributes: Level 3 in Catering or equivalent QCF qualification Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation Team player, self -motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable Ability to organize and prioritise workload, and work under pressure Ability to communicate and manage interpersonal relationships, including influencing skills Reasonable access outside working hours in emergency situations

Kitchen Assistant £12.71 per hour plus company benefits 32hrs per week to include alternate weekend working A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Please note - we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role Lakeview Grange is a luxurious 55 bedded residential and dementia care home based in Chichester, West Sussex. We are looking for a flexible Kitchen Assistant to work within our Catering team. If you have a passion for catering we will support with further training and qualifications. 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 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. 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

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) Your Role and Responsibilities Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Ongoing recruitment and retention Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! Terms & conditions apply

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to 500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to 500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK Terms & conditions apply If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be.

Chefs Wanted - Temporary, Permanent & Temp-to-Perm Roles - Borders and surrounding areas - Rates from 15.50 - 25 per hour (depending on role) Search Recruitment Group is actively looking for Chefs of all levels to fill temporary, permanent and temp-to-perm positions across a variety of sites throughout Scotland. Whether you're looking for flexible work to fit around other commitments or you're seeking a new long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! What We're Looking For: Experienced Chefs with a background in professional kitchens (contract catering, care homes, education, hotels, events, etc.) Reliable and flexible individuals comfortable working in fast-paced environments PVG preferred but not essential - we can assist with the application process if needed What's on Offer: Competitive pay rates from 15.50 to 25 per hour A wide variety of temporary roles with the option of temp-to-perm for some roles Work available across Scotland! Weekly pay and ongoing support from Search Recruitment Group Ready to get started? - Apply now or contact Search Recruitment Group to speak with our Hospitality & Catering team Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Would you like to work from home and be rewarded for sharing your opinion? Research Tribe is a completely free service that connects people like you with remote opportunities to take part in market research. You could become a mystery shopper, product tester or simply share your opinion through paid surveys, focus groups and more. We work with many leading market research companies and brands. They want to hear your thoughts and will reward you with a variety of incentives including cash, vouchers, products, gifts, experiences and prizes. Mystery Shopping Product Testing Focus Groups Surveys & More There is never any obligation to take part as you choose the opportunities you're interested in and complete them at times convenient for you, so it's perfect for everyone (especially if you're looking for flexible entry level, part time, temporary, evening, weekend or seasonal work with an immediate start and no experience). It's not a suitable replacement for a job, however it's a great way to work from home and earn additional income. Getting started is easy, simply click 'Apply Now and register on our website so we can keep you updated with suitable opportunities by email - it takes under 60 seconds. Research Tribe members come from a variety of work backgrounds including administration, customer service, accounts, finance, retail, sales, HR, social care, marketing and the NHS. Whether you re a student, graduate, retired, unemployed or currently employed as an administrator, receptionist, data entry assistant, manager, delivery driver, nurse, cleaner, teacher, chef, waiter, support worker or night shift warehouse operative you ll be in great company!

Kitchen Assistant £12.71 per hour plus company benefits Bank Contract A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies To Work For Netley Court is a purpose-built 65 bedded residential care home set in the heart of the village of Netley Abbey caring for dementia and residential residents. We are looking for flexible Kitchen Assistants to work within our Catering team on an 'as and when' basis. This will be to cover ad hoc sickness and pre-booked annual leave. Rotas are planned in advance so you will be given notice of the days/weeks to be worked. 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. 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

At Cheviot Court we offer high quality care together with a warm welcome in a lovely setting. Cheviot Court care home in South Shields offers high quality, personalised residential and respite care for older people. Our team has specialist expertise in supporting individuals with Alzheimers and other forms of dementia click apply for full job details

CTS Recruitment are hiring Chefs for temporary/ad-hoc work across Hertfordshire. This is an opportunity for flexible work with the option for longer term bookings if you prefer. Pay rates start at £17.00 per hour We have work available in the below settings Schools Care Homes Hotels We're looking for people with a positive attitude, good work ethic and the ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment. Please call CTS Recruitment for further information on the roles we have available

Temporary Chef Opportunity- Search Consultancy We're looking for an experienced Temporary Chef to join our team and provide high quality support to a variety of our clients in the Sussex & Surrey area. This role is ideal for a flexible, skilled chef who enjoys working in different kitchen environments and delivering excellent food standard. Role: Temporary Chef Location: Various (dependent on client and needs) Hours: Flexible shifts available Pay: Competitive hourly rate 16- 21 (paid weekly) Why work with us? Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Weekly pay and holiday accrual. Variety of kitchen experiences. What you'll be doing: Preparing and cooking meals to a high standard Supporting kitchens across restaurants, hotels, events, care homes and contract catering sites. Maintaining food hygiene, health & safety and allergen standards. Working effectively as part of a kitchen team or independently when required. What we're looking for: Previous chef experience (CDP level and above). Food Hygiene Level 2 (minimum) Ability to adapt quickly to new environments. Reliability, professionalism and a passion for food. DBS (Desirable due to the nature of our clients). Driving license and own car (To be able to travel to our clients). Interested? Apply today and we will be in touch. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region including locations from Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin and Spalding. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food.Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family . We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. ABOUT YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong kitchen management skills REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay + travel costs A range of holiday, retail and leisure discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate chef who is keen to be part of a company that centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be. Please follow the link to apply and for further information please contact Tara Connor on 3231

New Care Home Opening September 2026! Trainee Chef £13.23 per hour plus company benefits Full Time Hours A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026! Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role 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 have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook who wishes to progress to be a Trainee Chef under the mentorship and training of our Head Chef. Working alongside our head chef and the kitchen team, you will provide a high quality catering and dining experience to all our residents, guests and visitors. We are looking for someone who has enrolled on a NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation and Cooking or will be willing to do so. You will need to have gained experience in a kitchen environment and can demonstrate some key cookery skills and knowledge. You will have the opportunity to attend food preparation workshops to support your training. We are looking for someone who is reliable, a hard worker and can demonstrate a compassionate nature to our residents. 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 Follow a 4-week Rota, developed by the head chef. Assist with the quarterly review of menus, in line with seasonal changes. Prepare, cook and present meals attractively. The majority of the menu will be home cooked with minimal use of convenience foods. This will include home baked biscuits and cakes provided daily. Modified meals and snacks will be provided in line with operational procedures. Provide a breakfast service to our residents in line with their requests. Serve food to residents in dining areas at lunch and supper times ensuring a rotation of catering staff between communities of the care facility. Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the main and satellite kitchens. Understand how to order all catering supplies through nominated suppliers, managing budgets accordingly. Learn how to prepare food. Ensure that stock levels within the catering department are adequate, rotated, used effectively and secured at all times. Person Specification Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations Effective management and leadership skills Good communication skills with open and collaborative working The ability to work well within the team