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Chef

Catering and Hospitality - Glencorse Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £14.05 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: Full Time

A Fresh Start in a Brand-New Kitchen

Glencorse Care Home, a purpose-built, luxury home set in the new Greenlaw Mains community, is due to open soon. With 54 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, we will offer exceptional Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care in a warm and welcoming environment.

We are now seeking a talented and enthusiastic Chef to join our kitchen team from the very beginning. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a commissioning project — helping to shape our culinary offering, build a positive food culture, and bring joy to residents through high-quality, nutritious meals every day.

What We Offer:

£14.05 per hour

Full-time hours

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Paid PVG check and uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You Will Do:
As Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving hot and cold meals that are both nutritious and tailored to the individual dietary needs of our residents. You will support the Head Chef in developing seasonal, balanced menus that promote health and enjoyment. Managing kitchen stock will be part of your daily routine, including ordering, rotation and record keeping to ensure safe, efficient operations. You will play an active role in maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards, taking pride in a well-run kitchen environment. In the Head Chef’s absence, you will step up to oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring continuity and consistency in every dish served.

What We’re Looking For:

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent (or working towards)

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment

A team player with good communication skills

Passion for creating food that comforts, nourishes, and supports wellbeing

Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential

About Us:
Glencorse Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.

Bring your creativity and care to our kitchen. Apply now and help us create something exceptional from day one