Chef - Walton-On-Thames

Job Title: Chef
Location: Walton-on-Thames
Salary: £17 per hour
Hours: Day shifts – 24 hours per week
Employer: Luxury Care Home

The Role:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Chef to join a welcoming care home team in Walton-on-Thames. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. You will also take the lead on menu planning, staff supervision, and maintaining a safe, organised kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare daily menus that are nutritious, delicious, and visually appealing.

• Cook meals to a high standard while adhering to budget requirements.

• Monitor food stock levels and place orders when necessary.

• Keep accurate records of inventory and food orders.

• Ensure all food preparation, storage, and service meet health and hygiene standards.

• Train, supervise, and support kitchen staff.

• Implement and uphold health and safety procedures across the kitchen.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment, including scheduling regular deep cleans.

• Attend team meetings and staff training sessions.

• Build positive relationships with residents and their families, responding promptly to feedback and requests.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Chef, ideally in a care, healthcare, or hospitality setting.

• NVQ Level 3 in Catering (or an equivalent qualification).

• Strong cooking skills with a wide knowledge of techniques and cuisines.

• Good understanding of nutrition and the ability to create meals tailored to varied dietary needs.

• A genuine passion for food and customer service.

About Us:
Pineapple Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for this position on behalf of our valued client. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.