Chef

Chef - Newton Abbot - £28,686.84 + Excellent BenefitsSecure, rewarding role near Exeter with great work-life balance and strong pension

We're recruiting a Chef for a residential care home near Exeter in Newton Abbot, run by the Ministry of Defence. This role involves preparing meals for around 100 residents and offers a stable, rewarding position within a supportive environment. It's ideal for a passionate Chef who takes pride in creating nutritious, high-quality meals and wants to work in a professional, structured setting.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

• No late nights
• Opportunity to buy more annual leave
• Discounts on Vodafone, Vauxhall Cars and Hotel stays across the UK
• Gym and health club discounts
• Medicash Healthcare cash plans
• 37 hours over 4 days (Sunday-Wednesday) with flexibility to cover sickness and holidays

Key Responsibilities:

As a Chef, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality meals for around 100 residents in this site near Torquay:

• Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals tailored to residents' needs
• Cater for special diets, including modified textures in line with IDDSI guidelines
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
• Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets effectively
• Work closely with care teams to meet individual preferences
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure compliance with all regulations

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a reliable and compassionate Chef who brings:

• Experience in catering, ideally within a care or healthcare setting
• Good understanding of nutrition, particularly for elderly residents
• Knowledge of special diets, including allergies and IDDSI standards
• Strong food hygiene and safety knowledge (HACCP)
• Ability to plan menus and manage budgets efficiently
• Confidence in supervising and supporting a team
• Preferably local to Torquay

If you're looking for your next step as a Chef in Newton Abbot, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a rewarding environment near Exeter where your skills as a Chef make a real difference to the lives of around 100 residents. Apply now to take the next step in your career in Newton Abbot.

Job Number 935484 Location Newton Abbot Role Chef

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