Care Home Manger

We are seeking an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Temporary Chef to join our friendly care home team with an immediate start for a fixed-term contract of 2–3 months.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring that residents receive nutritious, well-balanced, and appetising meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Plan and prepare varied, nutritious menus in consultation with the Home Manager.
• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, supper, desserts and refreshments to a consistently high standard.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, including diabetic, texture-modified (pureed), allergy-aware, low-salt and cultural or religious diets.
• Maintain excellent food presentation and portion control.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations, HACCP procedures and Environmental Health requirements.
• Check food deliveries for quality, temperature, expiry dates and correct storage.
• Rotate stock effectively, minimise waste and maintain adequate supplies.
• Record daily fridge and freezer temperatures and report any concerns promptly.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, dining equipment and food preparation areas.
• Dispose of waste safely and ensure leftover food is stored and labelled correctly.
• Prepare birthday cakes and special occasion meals for residents where required.
• Ensure sufficient food supplies are available for residents and staff when off duty.
• Attend staff meetings and work collaboratively with the care team.
• Report equipment faults and maintenance issues promptly.
• Follow Health & Safety, COSHH, Fire Safety and all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain excellent personal hygiene and professional kitchen standards at all times.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by the Home Manager.