Chef Position in a Care Home in Reading

We are working with a welcoming and well-established, 20-bedded residential home in Reading to recruit a reliable and passionate Chef to join their friendly team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef who enjoys creating nutritious, home-cooked meals while making a genuine difference to the daily lives of elderly residents in a warm and supportive care environment.

Role Details

Position: Chef
Location: Reading
Hours: 7:00am – 15:00pm, 3–4 days per week
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Setting: Residential Home – Elderly Care

About the Role

As the Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to residents’ dietary requirements and preferences.

You will play an important role in enhancing residents’ wellbeing through enjoyable mealtimes while maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare and cook nutritious, balanced meals for residents

* Cater for a range of dietary needs and preferences

* Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness

* Manage kitchen stock, ordering, and food storage

* Work closely with care staff and management to ensure residents’ needs are met

* Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company policies

Requirements

* Previous Chef or Cook experience, ideally within a care home or healthcare setting

* Knowledge of dietary requirements for older people is desirable

* Food Hygiene Certificate preferred

* Reliable, organised, and able to work independently

* A caring and positive attitude with a passion for providing quality meals

Benefits

* Competitive hourly rate

* Paid breaks

* Friendly and supportive management team

* Stable, welcoming working environment

* Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents’ daily lives

Application

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV.

Please note: No sponsorship is offered for this position

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