Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat? This isnt your average kitchen roleits your chance to innovate, inspire, and make a real impact. Whats On the Table? Creativity Unleashed: Have Input in designing menus, experiment with fresh seasonal produce, and cater to unique dietary needs with flair. Step up to the Plate: In the absence of the Chef Manager, keeping operations running as smooth as your signature sauces. Work-Life Balance: 37.5 -hour weeks over 4 days , with every other weekend off to relax and recharge. Why Choose Us? Sociable hours that work for you Perks that matter: Big-brand discounts, a £250 refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings A chance to shine: Compete in our annual Chef of the Year competition and take your skills to the next level If youre a passionate leader with a flair for flavour, this is your chance to make your mark. Apply now, and lets create something extraordinary together! What do some of our current Chefs have to say? Check out our dedicated Catering page on our careers website to find out - anchor.org.uk/careers/where-you-fit/care/care-home-chef-and-catering-jobs-anchor Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK Anchor a great place to work Anchor is Englands largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life. Were not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities. A rewarding environment From health and happiness to finance and your career, well give you all the support you need. Health & happiness Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts Mental health support Flexible working options Finance Pension plan contribute between 4% and 8% and well match it or better Quick and easy pension transfer service Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more Career Ongoing personal and professional development programme Leadership Pathways online learning resources Career progression and promotion opportunities To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website Celebrating diversity, celebrating you Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other. We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others. We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes. West Hall in West Byfleet is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 117 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver. Anchor's flagship home, rated Outstanding by CQC Three award winning purpose built lodges in 5.5 acres of landscaped gardens Excellent support for all colleagues with Buddies and Mentors to help you throughout your career at West Hall

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