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Chef

Avon Search • Cawston, Norfolk, England
10 days ago
Job type
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Job description

Location: Cawston, Near Norwich, Norfolk
Pay: £13.50 Per Hour
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week

About the Home

Avon Search is delighted to be recruiting for a Chef on behalf of a highly regarded, award-winning, family-run residential care home located in the picturesque village of Cawston, just 11 miles from Norwich.

This welcoming home provides exceptional residential care in a warm and supportive environment where residents are encouraged to live with dignity, independence and comfort. With 36 spacious en-suite bedrooms, the service offers a true home-from-home atmosphere and is renowned for delivering person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs.

The experienced team provides specialist support for older people, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities and mental health conditions. Nutritious, freshly prepared meals are an important part of daily life within the home, helping to promote residents' health, wellbeing and enjoyment.

The home is thoughtfully designed on a single level, making it easily accessible for residents. Bright communal lounges, attractive gardens and welcoming dining areas create a pleasant environment where residents can socialise, relax and enjoy quality home-cooked food.

Life at the home includes:

  • Award-winning, family-run residential care
  • 36 comfortable en-suite bedrooms
  • Freshly prepared, nutritious home-cooked meals
  • Beautiful gardens and welcoming communal spaces
  • Spacious single-level layout promoting independence
  • Friendly, experienced and supportive team
  • Person-centred care focused on dignity, wellbeing and independence
  • A warm, welcoming atmosphere for residents, families and staff

The Role

As an Assistant Chef, you will work alongside the Head Chef to prepare nutritious, appetising meals that meet residents' individual dietary requirements while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals
  • Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
  • Preparing meals to accommodate special diets and nutritional needs
  • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and infection control standards
  • Ensuring the kitchen is clean, safe and fully compliant with Health & Safety regulations
  • Receiving and storing deliveries correctly
  • Helping to create an enjoyable dining experience for residents
  • Working collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive team

About You

  • Previous experience in a professional kitchen, care home or hospitality environment is desirable
  • A passion for preparing fresh, nutritious food
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
  • Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure
  • A caring and friendly approach with an understanding of the importance of nutrition in later life
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Benefits & Perks

  • £13.50 per hour
  • Part Time – 30 hours per week
  • Paid breaks
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Supportive family-run working environment
  • Stable, friendly team with excellent management support
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' wellbeing through quality dining experiences

To Apply

Please contact Lauren on 01789 867181 or email Lauren@avonsearch.co.uk.

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