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Calling All Passionate Care Home Chefs! - Ad-Hoc Shifts in Wantage & Surrounding Areas
- £17.00 -£19.00 phr including holiday pay
- Weekly pay
- Enhanced DBS check on the update service, or if you wish to apply for an enhanced DBS, Platinum Employment can support you to complete this - the certificate will then be yours!
Are you a skilled and enthusiastic chef looking for flexible, ad-hoc work? Do you have a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals for those in care? If so, we want to hear from you!
Platinum Employment is seeking a talented Temporary Care Home Chefs to cover various shifts in care homes across Wantage and the neighbouring areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to pick up extra hours, gain experience in different care settings, and make a real difference to resident's well-being through the power of good food.
What you'll be doing:
- Preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritious meals in line with residents' dietary requirements and preferences.
- Ensuring all food preparation and handling adheres to the highest standards of hygiene and safety regulations.
- Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.
- Working collaboratively with care home staff to ensure a smooth and efficient catering service.
- Adapting to different kitchen setups and procedures across various locations.
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience as a Chef, ideally within a care home, hospital, or Education setting.
- A strong understanding of dietary requirements, including allergies and special diets.
- Excellent culinary skills and a passion for creating appealing and nourishing meals.
- A good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent is highly desirable).
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work ad-hoc shifts, which may include weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a professional attitude.
- Access to your own transport may be beneficial due to the variety of locations.
What's on offer:
- Competitive pay rate of £17.00 - £19.00 per hour, including accrued holiday pay.
- Flexible, ad-hoc shifts to fit around your availability.
- The opportunity to work in a variety of welcoming care home environments.
- The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of care home residents.
- Weekly pay
If you are interested in this temporary care home chef role in Wantage, please click the link to apply!
Job ID: BG0105 INDCATERING
Location: Wantage
Job Title: Care home chef
Consultant: Beckie
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
