Chef - Full-Time Location: Nayland House Care Home, Colchester Salary: £15 per hour Shift Pattern - 4 days out of 7 - 7am to 5pm We''re currently recruiting a dedicated and passionate Chef to join our team at Nayland House Care Home in Colchester. This is a full-time position contracted to 40 hours per week, working 4 days out of 7 (Monday to Sunday), with morning and weekend shifts required. As a Chef, you''ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that brighten the days of our residents. Working within the UK''s leading food service company, you''ll have access to great development opportunities, ongoing support, and a workplace that values individuality and recognises those who go above and beyond. What you''ll be doing: Preparing and serving delicious, high-quality meals that delight our residents Leading and supporting menu planning and implementation Listening to and acting on feedback to continually enhance our food offering Creating new menus and contributing fresh food ideas Maintaining a positive brand image and representing our values Managing stock levels and kitchen inventories Ensuring all hygiene and food safety standards are met Overseeing kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations What we''re looking for: A genuine passion for great food and excellent service Experience in a similar Chef role Strong leadership and team supervision skills A valid Food Hygiene Certificate Flexibility to work various