Chef; Care Home

Position: Chef (Care Home)
Location:

Halifax, Calderdale | Flexible Shifts

Are you an experienced chef who takes pride in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for others? We’re looking for a skilled Agency Chef to support care homes and care settings across Yorkshire.

You’ll bring your culinary expertise, compassion, and adaptability to create delicious, well-balanced meals that meet residents’ individual needs and enhance their wellbeing.

What You’ll Do:

* Prepare and serve a range of fresh, nutritious meals aligned with residents’ care plans.

* Follow IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines when preparing textured-modified diets.

* Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies, and medical conditions.

* Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen organisation.

* Adapt quickly to new environments and work collaboratively with care teams.

What We’re Looking For:

* Proven experience as a chef or cook in care homes or healthcare settings.

* Strong knowledge of IDDSI standards, nutrition, and elderly dietary needs.

* Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification (essential).

* Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills.

* Flexible and able to travel across multiple locations.

Why Join Us:

* Competitive pay rates.

* Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.

* Variety of assignments across care homes and healthcare environments.

* Supportive team and ongoing opportunities for development