Chef

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Chef - Newton Abbot - £28,686.84 + Excellent Benefits
Secure, rewarding role near Exeter with great work-life balance and strong pension

We're recruiting a Chef for a residential care home near Exeter in Newton Abbot, run by the Ministry of Defence. This role involves preparing meals for around 100 residents and offers a stable, rewarding position within a supportive environment. It's ideal for a passionate Chef who takes pride in creating nutritious, high-quality meals and wants to work in a professional, structured setting.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

No late nights
Opportunity to buy more annual leave
Discounts on Vodafone, Vauxhall Cars and Hotel stays across the UK
Gym and health club discounts
Medicash Healthcare cash plans
37 hours over 4 days (Sunday-Wednesday) with flexibility to cover sickness and holidays

Key Responsibilities:

As a Chef, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality meals for around 100 residents in this site near Torquay:

Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals tailored to residents' needs
Cater for special diets, including modified textures in line with IDDSI guidelines
Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets effectively
Work closely with care teams to meet individual preferences
Supervise kitchen staff and ensure compliance with all regulations

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a reliable and compassionate Chef who brings:

Experience in catering, ideally within a care or healthcare setting
Good understanding of nutrition, particularly for elderly residents
Knowledge of special diets, including allergies and IDDSI standards
Strong food hygiene and safety knowledge (HACCP)
Ability to plan menus and manage budgets efficiently
Confidence in supervising and supporting a team
Preferably local to Torquay

If you're looking for your next step as a Chef in Newton Abbot, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a rewarding environment near Exeter where your skills as a Chef make a real difference to the lives of around 100 residents. Apply now to take the next step in your career in Newton Abbot.

Job Number │ (phone number removed)
Location │ Newton Abbot
Role │ Chef

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Location:
Newton Abbot
Salary:
£28,686 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Hospitality/Hotel

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