Catering vacancy at Barnards Meadow
SUFFOLK FA are seeking a catering partner at Barnards Meadow in Lowestoft.
A tender has been released to recruit a catering partner to work with Suffolk FA to deliver the catering services at Barnards Meadow.
The facility, which has recently undergone an £860,000 transformation, will have a new 3G pitch, new classrooms, changing facilities and a new café.
The major works are due to be completed in the coming weeks.
With around 50,000 people expected to use the facility throughout 2026, this is expected to become a highly valuable and important community facility for the north Suffolk area and the café is a key component of this.
Suffolk FA have now opened up the search to bring on a catering partner who has the ability to operate the café, providing high quality food and beverage and delivering high quality customer service to the users of the site.
It’s an exciting opportunity for a catering expert to join Suffolk FA on the start of a transformative journey for the facility, town and sport.
The tender documents can be found below which give full information about the project and details on what Suffolk FA are looking for.
Andy Wilesmith, Chief Executive Officer for Suffolk FA, said: “We are all excited to see the facility open and become a beacon and hub for the community.
“The café is an integral part of the operations for a variety of reasons. Firstly, it is a place where people can come together and connect and secondly it is an important revenue generator for us.
“The more successful the café is the more we can reinvest back into the game and local community.
“We are looking for an expert in this area that sees the business and community opportunity that can become a trusted partner of ours. We are excited to talk to the many great catering companies and experts across the area.”
If you are a catering operator that wants to know more, you can contact Matt Stebbings on matt.stebbings@suffolkfa.com for more information.
The tender documents can be downloaded below.
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Catering Volunteer
- Location:The Prince of Wales Hospice
- Earnings:
Main purpose of the role and duties:
To support the Catering team ensuring a plentiful supply of clean dishes, cutlery and crockery as well as other general kitchen duties.
Key tasks:
· Report to the Cook or in their absence the Catering assistants, upon arrival and upon leaving
· Rinse off dishes and fill the dishwasher (as trained).
· Empty dishwasher, dry or drain dishes and crockery, as trained, and restock areas.
· Assist in the cleaning of the kitchen and catering equipment, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and working at all times under recommenced food Hygiene Regulations.
· Assist staff serving meals on the ward over the tea-time period
· To undertake any other tasks as requested/deemed appropriate with the nature of the role
Desirable qualities:
This role would suit someone with a cheerful personality who is happy to take directions and who can work well in a team.
The Hospice is committed to the ongoing training and development of volunteers, aiming to provide appropriate training for all volunteers in order to meet statutory obligations and ensure volunteers are well support in performing their role.
Supporting Documents
Carlton Marshes, located in the Waveney Valley at the southern tip of the Norfolk Broads near Lowestoft and part of the Suffolk Broads, is a mosaic habitats including grazing marsh, fens, peat pools, meadows, dykes and scrub that have evolved over centuries to support specialised wildlife.
Strategically placed beside the watercourse, the visitor centre offers panoramic reserve views and a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy freshly baked goods, refreshments and a gift shop area. It also connects to an all-weather network of paths and viewpoints. The surrounding landscape features a play area and a picnic lawn with easy servery access.
As the Assistant Café Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth, day-to-day running of the café and ensuring an exceptional experience for every visitor. Working closely with the Team Leader you will help lead the café team to deliver outstanding service, maintain high standards of presentation and uphold the welcoming, nature-inspired atmosphere that defines the Carlton Marshes Visitor Centre.
You will have responsibility for key operational areas including food preparation, stock management, and staff supervision deputising for the Team Leader when needed. Through your leadership, attention to detail and enthusiasm for great service, you will help ensure the café’s success as a friendly, efficient and financially sustainable part of the visitor experience — while supporting Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s mission to connect people with nature and bring wildlife back.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills, with confidence in preparing and serving food, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and working well as part of a team. Experience in a similar environment is essential, along with the ability to support and guide others in a busy setting. Proficiency with EPOS till systems and barista skills are desirable, as is previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
Carlton Marshes Visitor Centre
This is a permanent position working four out of seven days each week, including bank holidays and at least one weekend day each week on a rota basis. The starting salary will be £17,675.00 per annum (FTE £24,375.00) and the working hours are:
April to October - 28 hours per week over four days
November to March - 26 hours per week over four days
To apply for this opportunity, please submit an online application via our website by 9:00am on Monday 23 January 2026. The application process will include uploading a CV and optional cover letter. The interviews are planned for Thursday 26 January 2026 at Carlton Marshes Visitor Centre. Please indicate on the application your availability for interview.
Supporting Documents
Annual leave entitlement starts at 33 days per annum (including Bank Holidays), increasing annually to 38 days plus employees receive an extra day off for their birthday. We offer a 9% employer pension contribution with no employee contribution required, free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme, free life insurance from day one of employment, free access to a private GP and discounts at high street retailers. Staff can also enjoy a 10% discount in our visitor centre cafes, including retail.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is welcome. As a conservation charity, we recognise the importance of diversity in both nature and our workforce of staff and volunteers. We strive to ensure that everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our vision of “A Wilder Suffolk where nature is thriving and abundant because everyone is doing more to help”.
Chef
Chef
Location: Madley Park House, Witney, Oxfordshire
Pay rate: £15.64 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
Contracted hours: 37.25 Per Week
Shift Times: Monday - Friday and working alternate weekends
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food?
Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?
Would you like full autonomy over menu development, with the opportunity to cook nutritious, high quality, flavoursome and well-balanced meals that our residents will love?
Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences.
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
Madley Park House is a warm and welcoming 'home from home' offering round the clock residential, early-stage dementia and respite care with a range of amenities including a hair salon and residents' shop. Situated in a quiet location in the thriving market town of Witney, the home has strong links to the local community.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
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Chef
Chef
Location: Langford View Care Home, Bicester, Oxfordshire
Pay rate: £15.64 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
Contracted hours: 44 Hours Per Week
Shift Times: 6:30am -2:00pm various days of the week and every other weekend
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food?
Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?
Would you like full autonomy over menu development, with the opportunity to cook nutritious, high quality, flavoursome and well-balanced meals that our residents will love?
Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences.
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
At Langford View we offer specialist and high-quality residential, nursing, early-stage dementia and respite care for up to 60 residents in a calm, friendly and comfortable surroundings.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
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Weekend Chef - Liverpool
Req # 392
Liverpool - Redford Court, 7 Birt Close, Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
Job Description
Posted Monday 5 January 2026 at 02:00
Chef
Lancashire
Up to £14.93 per hour
14 Hours per week - Saturday and Sunday.
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people
with brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
Why join us?
We are seeking a experienced Chef to join our dedicated team at Redford Court.
About us:
At Brainkind we provide the care people need to optimise their health and wellbeing, maximise their independence and support their emotional and social needs. We provide specialist neurological care, rehabilitation and support tailored to the individual needs of people with a range of neurological conditions.
Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support and help improve the lives of people with a neurological condition or brain injury.
About the role:
•To ensure that all food is correctly and safely prepared, stored, and presented in a way which meets agreed Brainkind standards
•Responsible to ensure all equipment is left clean at end of the shift in line with systems in place
•Responsible to ensure recording of cleaning and equipment maintenance schedules is in line with Brainkind policies and procedures
•To report equipment faults, repair and maintenance needs in line with local procedures
•To record all information as required by Brainkind policies and procedures
•To report any unmet training need in use of equipment or processes
•Facilitating the safe and smooth running of the Service, the post holder is expected to maintain a safe working environment, maintain service user confidentiality, and occasionally taking on reasonable additional tasks
About you:
•Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher
•NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering or equivalent
•Previous experience of working in kitchens
•Demonstrable skills in cooking for large groups of people and an ability to cater for varying dietary needs
•Knowledge of regulations, e.g. COSHH, Health & Safety, HACCP
•Ability to work as part of a team
•Ability to work closely with service users and communicate effectively with them
•Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
•Competent IT skills
Benefits Include:
- A competitive rate of up to £14.93 per hour
- 33 Days Annual Leave
- Buy/Sell up to 5 days Annual Leave per year
- Health Cash Plan (from June)
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and Support
- Company Pension
- Group Life Assurance
- Eye Voucher Scheme
- Long Service and Staff Awards
- Free Parking
To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.
**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Job Details
- Pay Type
- Hourly
- Employment Indicator
- Regular
- Hiring Min Rate
- 13.93 GBP
- Hiring Max Rate
- 14.93 GBP
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Liverpool - Redford Court, 7 Birt Close, Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
Chef
Chef
Location: Thornbury, Gloucester
Pay rate: £16.66 per hour (weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
Contracted hours: 40 Hours per week
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food?
Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?
Would you like full autonomy over menu development, with the opportunity to cook nutritious, high quality, flavoursome and well-balanced meals that our residents will love?
Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences.
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
Grace Care Centre is a 70 bed Care Home located on the outskirts of the Historic town of Thornbury. The home offers compassionate and personalised 24-hour specialist dementia and residential care in a comfortable, homely setting.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
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An exciting opportunity as a Chef has become available to join the team at Carnoustie Golf Links, as part of the Rookery Restaurant at our prestigious golf course.
This is a permanent position where the successful applicant will work an average of 40 hours a week (on annualised hours). In this role, evening and weekend work will be expected throughout your employment.
In this position, the successful candidate will work closely with the head chef and senior chefs in managing all areas of the kitchen. This will include menu and dish development, managing each section of the kitchen (when required), assisting with food purchasing (using Procure Wizard), ensuring the kitchen's compliance with food hygiene and health and safety legislations, supervising junior team members, assisting the head chef with any management duties and generally ensuring the highest level of standards are maintained to put the restaurant on the local food map.Essential Skills and Behaviours:
o First rate cooking skills with proven restaurant experience
o Have flair and be passionate about what you do
o Being a great team player
o Can maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation in all back of house catering areas, and to act when improvements are required (e.g. cleaning, statutory documentation)
o Have a cool and calm demeanour during busy challenging circumstances
Some of our Benefits
- 3 Course 7 Day Golf Season Ticket
- Free uniform.
- Free meals on shift.
- A fair tips system – paid out Monthly.
- 31 days holiday allowance. (Pro rata).
- National HR Cherries Awards 'Wellbeing in the Workplace' Winner 2023
- National HR Cherries Awards 'Employer of Choice' Finalist 2022
- Matched workplace pension and 3x death in service assurance.
- Fantastic discounts in all areas of the business:
- 20% food discount in the Rookery restaurant
- 35% discount in the Pro Shop
- Employee assistance programme
- Christmas Day and New Years day off
- Guaranteed winter holidays over the festive period due to closure of the restaurant and kitchen for 2 weeks in January to provide our team with a well-earned break.
- Free on-site parking
- Fantastic career and development opportunities.
At Carnoustie, we pride ourselves on being a world leading golf destination, holding our values of Authenticity, Inclusivity, Sustainability and Innovation and Development at the heart of all that we achieve. Joining our team would mean upholding these values in all aspects of working life, striving to enhance our customer experience is every way possible.
Free physiotherapy
Discount opportunities
Christmas savings scheme
Salary £13.24 per hour
Location Govan, Glasgow
Expiry 02/02/2026 23:59
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 14 days at 23:59 GMT.
The Vacancy
Quarriers is currently recruiting Chefs for our cutting-edge William Quarrier Scottish Epilepsy Centre (WQSEC) located in Govan! If variety and food creativity is your spice for life, then this is the perfect role for you!
Your new opportunity
We are looking for a Chef who will manage and deliver creative meals daily for patients and staff within WQSEC. You will bring a flair for cooking and flourish in an environment where people have life changing experiences while being assessed for epilepsy and treatment outcomes.
As the Chef you will play a key role in preparing nutritious tailored meals in line with patient dietary needs, and ensuring each person has a positive dining experience. You will be responsible for managing catering supplies, auditing and the opportunity to be creative designing menus which satisfy patients leaving them feeling fulfilled. You will support the Development Manager with corporate events, providing buffet lunches and ensuring that customer service is delivered to the highest standard.
Working pattern: We have a part time positions available - offering 15 hours over 2 days per week over 7. We believe in a flexible approach, where work life balance plays a huge part! Working hours will be 10am – 6pm. A level of flexibility is required as you will be expected to cover team annual leave and arranged corporate events with the provision of appetising food to people who utilise the centre’s conference space.
What you will need to bring to the role
- Creativity and understanding of food to be able to design and cater to individual dietary needs.
- Food hygiene certificate, Health & Safety and Infection Control is essential.
- Previous experience mentoring and supporting staff.
- Skills and experience of working in a similar environment or at least 2 years of related experience in another setting cooking and meal preparation.
- Awareness of Environmental Health Standards.
- Flexible and reliable.
- The ability to work efficiently on your own in a kitchen, covering all tasks from prep to cooking to final clear up.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
🌱 SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
🌴 Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
📚 Training & development opportunities
❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
👨👩👧 Family-friendly policies
🏥 Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
📞 Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
🎁 £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
🛡️ Life Assurance & Pension
🚲 Cycle to Work scheme
🎟️ Access to Concerts for Carers
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date.
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.
Benefits
Free physiotherapy and occupational health
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
Non-contributory life assurance scheme
Workplace pension
Christmas savings scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Long service rewards
Significant discount opportunities
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...Chef
Chef
Location: Stirlings Care Home, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Pay Rate: £15.64 Per Hour (NVQ & Weekend Enhancements Available)
Contracted Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Shift Pattern: 07:00am - 2:30pm Monday to Friday and working alternate weekends
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food?
Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?
Would you like full autonomy over menu development, with the opportunity to cook nutritious, high quality, flavoursome and well-balanced meals that our residents will love?
Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences.
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
Stirlings care home offers compassionate, individualised residential, early-stage dementia and respite care for up to 40 residents. It has a strong connection with the local community and has been serving the local and wider Oxfordshire residents for over 50 years.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
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Chef
Full time | Castlewood
We are currently recruiting a Chef for Castlewood care Home, it is a brand new, state-of-the-art care home in Clitheroe
At Castlewood we’re redefining Elderly Care – come and join us.
Castlewood Home is a brand new, state-of-the-art care home for the elderly, opening in the heart of Clitheroe. Part of the well-established Eric Wright Group, Castlewood has been designed to offer more than just care, we offer community, dignity, and purpose. With modern facilities including a dedicated gym, beautiful living spaces, and personalised care plans, Castlewood is where older people can truly thrive.
At Castlewood, we deliver person-centred care that celebrates individuality. Every resident’s story, preferences, and goals shape the care they receive. Whether it’s a morning workout in the gym, a favourite home-cooked meal, or a quiet moment of connection, we’re here to make life meaningful
As one of our Chefs, you’ll do more than prepare meals — you’ll create experiences. You’ll craft dishes that reflect individual tastes, dietary needs, and cultural preferences, using the freshest ingredients, making food a daily highlight for our residents.
What You’ll Do:
- Help plan and prepare nutritious, appealing meals tailored to residents’ needs
- Work closely with care team to support dietary requirements and preferences
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation
- Contribute to menu development with creativity and care
- Help create a warm, welcoming dining experience that feels like home.
- Assist the Head Chef to manage the food budget to ensure no wastage
What You’ll Bring:
- Experience as a Chef, ideally in care, healthcare, or hospitality
- Knowledge of dietary needs, allergens, and nutrition for older people
- A flair for cooking and a heart for service
- Strong organisational skills and a commitment to excellence
- Efficiency using all ingredients and minimising waste
- A team spirit and a desire to make a meaningful impact
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- A modern, well-equipped kitchen in a beautiful new care home
- Opportunities for training and career development
- A supportive team and a chance to shape Castlewood from the start
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you believe food is love, comfort, and connection, and you want to cook with purpose then we’d love to hear from you.
Our values guide everything we do:Compassion • Dignity • Community • Trust • Excellence
Castlewood Homes is part of the Eric Wright Group. We have a fantastic history, from our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. As a Group, we own a diverse Commercial Investment Property Portfolio in the Northwest of England. This portfolio plays a pivotal role in the operation of our Trading Businesses as well as supporting the Groups Charitable activities through the Eric Wright Charitable Trust.
Our ethos
Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.
The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All manag...
Chef - Hitchin
Job Description
Chef
Location: Hitchin
Salary: £13.39 per hour
Hours: 32.5 per week
Monday and Wednesday 7.00-14.00
Thursday 7.00-19.00
Alternate weekends 7.00-14.00
30 minute unpaid break on long day
Uniform provided
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
MAIN PURPOSE:
To prepare and cook meals to the standard set by Brainkind and to supervise the kitchen and Catering Assistant staff in the absence of the Head Chef.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To ensure that all food is correctly and safely prepared, stored, and presented in a way which meets agreed Brainkind standards
- Responsible to ensure all equipment is left clean at end of the shift in line with systems in place
- Responsible to ensure recording of cleaning and equipment maintenance schedules is in line with Brainkind policies and procedures
- To report equipment faults, repair and maintenance needs in line with local procedures
- To record all information as required by Brainkind policies and procedures
- To report any unmet training need in use of equipment or processes
- Facilitating the safe and smooth running of the Service, the post holder is expected to maintain a safe working environment, maintain service user confidentiality, and occasionally taking on reasonable additional tasks
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This post holds no budgetary responsibility but will be expected to ensure costs and expenditures are kept within agreed limits
- Accountable for the use and safety of materials, components, products, and equipment. This includes the responsibility for the performance of procedures
- Responsible to deputise for the Head Chef by providing catering service within available resources and to ensure that all catering staff follow Brainkind policies and procedures
- Accountable to assist the Head Chef to provide services that meet the Brainkind and regulatory body standards
ABOUT YOU:
- Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher
- NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering or equivalent
- Previous experience of working in kitchens
- Demonstrable skills in cooking for large groups of people and an ability to cater for varying dietary needs
- Knowledge of regulations, e.g. COSHH, Health & Safety, HACCP
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work closely with service users and communicate effectively with them
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Competent IT skills
Rewards
You can look forward to excellent benefits including:
- A competitive rate of £13.39 per hour
- 33 Days AL
- Buy/Sell up to 5 days AL each year
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and support
- Company Pension
- Group life assurance
- Eye voucher scheme
- Long service and staff awards
- Free parking
We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. W...
Chef
Job Description
We are looking for passionate and committed chefs who want a little more flexibility in their lives.
Whether you are looking for full time hours or just a few shifts a week to fit around your other commitments, we have something for you.
You will be joining a fun and lively team at the heart of the Farnham Maltings, with great rates of pay and fantastic benefits.
Please send your CV and cover letter to: recruitment@farnhammaltings.com or post to Recruitment, Farnham Maltings, Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7QR.
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
- Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom, B23 5LD
- £13.31 - £13.31 Per Hour
- Permanent * Part time
- Posted: Monday, January 12, 2026
- NOchef12012026
- Documents
Do you have experience as a hands on Chef? If so, come and join us!
If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Chef to join us at our modern Retirement Village, based in Birmingham. You will provide an excellent quality dining experience for residents and in return will receive a competitive salary of £15,615 pa pro-rata.
The role:
- Role: Chef
- Hours: 22.5 hours per week
- Salary: £13.31 ph (£15,615 pa pro-rata of FTE)
- Location: New Oscott Village, 25 Fosseway Drive, Birmingham, B23 5LD
Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people’. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise.
What will you do as our Chef?
- Be responsible for providing homemade traditional meals
- Offer residents an excellent choice of meals which provide good nutritional value
- Assist with other kitchen duties and ensure HACCP is followed
- Ensure the menus are prepared within budget
Our ideal Chef will :
- Have experience of working in a similar environment
- Ideally be qualified to QFC / NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Possess high kitchen standards
- Have a presence at front of house.
Benefits:
- 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Attendance Reward
- Free Life Insurance
- Buy And Sell Holiday
- Cycle2work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
Don’t miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of others as our Chef.
This Chef role will be subject to satisfactory references and Home Office right to work clearance. The role may be subject to satisfactory DBS check.
ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Chef
Chef
Location: Melksham
Pay rate: £14.54
Contracted hours: 40 hours a week - 07:00 - 17:00
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food?
Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?
Would you like full autonomy over menu development, with the opportunity to cook nutritious, high quality, flavoursome and well-balanced meals that our residents will love?
Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required.
Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences.
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential.
You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
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