Location
Poplar

Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week

Salary
£16.40 - £17.00 per hour

About the Role
At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day.

As a Chef, you will prepare nutritious and appetising dishes with creativity and pride, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and kitchen practice. You will contribute to menu planning and help make mealtimes special for our Residents.

HC-One is committed to safeguarding and expects all colleagues to recognise signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and to follow appropriate procedures. You will receive safeguarding training relevant to your role and be supported in reporting any concerns.

We champion inclusivity and foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are enhancing our digital care planning and welcome team members who are comfortable with technology or open to learning. You will be supported every step of the way in your personal and professional development, with clear career pathways and opportunities to progress regionally and nationally.

Please note: Only applicants with the full right to work in the UK will be considered. We cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on time-limited visas.

Experience
You will be an experienced cook with a recognised qualification in catering or professional cookery.

About you
You are a team player with a positive attitude and a caring approach that reflects the values of HC-One. You bring creativity to menu planning and pride in presenting nutritious and appetising dishes. You are committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and kitchen practice.

You understand the importance of safeguarding and are able to recognise and report concerns appropriately. You are comfortable with technology or open to learning digital care planning systems.

Qualifications
Recognised qualification such as S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery.
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Sound understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).