Posted 21 April, 2026 Ardtully Retirement Residence logo

Job details

  • Salary £13.75 to £14.50 per hour £13.75 - £14.50 per hour Paid by the hour
  • Role Cook / Chef
  • Hours Full Time
  • Location Ingatestone, Essex
  • Job Reference Carehome UK - Ardtully Retirement Residence

Job summary

Looking for a friendly, articulate, experienced chef for a 30-hour contract to work Friday, Saturday & Sunday and cover annual leave when required, to work in our 22-bed retirement residence care home.

Preparing menus/meals agreed by service users and manager, including any service user preferences, special diets and specific foods as needed.

Prepare and serve all meals in a timely manner with attention to presentation to make the food look appetising. 

Work with other staff to ensure the food service is calm and professional.

Under the supervision of the manager, order enough supplies for the catering operation from specified suppliers, using company procedures and maintain strict control over costs

Operate an efficient stock control system, ensure equipment is used with care, in accordance with suppliers' instructions and training

Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately. 

Keeping the kitchen clean and compliant.

Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of individuals that the service supports 

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Experience required
  • Catering qualifications
  • Good communication and patient
  • Smart Professional Attitude
  • Reliable