Bank Chef

Job summary

Glencorse Care Home is a purpose built care home in Penicuik, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 54 residents.

As Glencorse continues to grow, opportunities are available to join a team known for its positive atmosphere, strong teamwork and approachable leadership. With regular team building activities, wellbeing initiatives and genuine opportunities for development, it is a place where staff feel valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.

Bank Chef Contract

•  £14.61 per hour
•  Bank contract – work shifts that fit around your availability
•  Flexible hours available
•  Paid PVG, pension and uniform provided
•  Meals provided whilst on shift
•  Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
•  Monthly staff wellbeing initiatives including beautician visits, neck massages and pamper sessions

Role Overview
As Bank Chef, you will play an important role in delivering high quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals that are central to daily life within the home. Supporting the kitchen during periods of annual leave, increased occupancy or additional demand, you will help ensure residents receive meals that are tailored to their individual dietary needs and preferences.

This is an ideal opportunity for a chef looking for flexibility while remaining part of a supportive and professional kitchen environment. You will support all aspects of food preparation, service, stock control and food hygiene, helping to maintain the high standards residents and families expect.

Working alongside the Head Chef and wider kitchen team, you will contribute to a safe, efficient and well organised kitchen where quality, teamwork and resident wellbeing remain the priority.

What We Are Looking For

•  City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards
•  Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
•  Experience working within a professional kitchen environment
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•  Previous experience within a care environment is beneficial but not essential

About us
Glencorse Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.