Position: Part-Time Chef

Location: East Grinstead
Hours: Two days per week (including some weekend work). Additional hours may be available to cover holidays and staff absences.
Pay: Up to -15 per hour

A respected contract catering provider is seeking an experienced Part-Time Chef to support a well-established Assisted Living site in East Grinstead. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a warm, community-focused environment where high-quality, nutritious meals play an essential role in residents'' well-being.

As the site''s Chef, you''ll be responsible for preparing and cooking around 30 three-course lunches, pre-ordered by residents and their guests. Your key duties will include:

• Creating meals with a strong emphasis on quality, flavour, and presentation.

• Working closely with care staff to accommodate specific dietary needs and restrictions.

• Upholding the highest hygiene and food safety standards in the kitchen.

• Assisting with stock control and ordering, ensuring the kitchen remains well-supplied and organised.

We''re looking for someone with a strong culinary background and previous experience in similar roles-ideally within healthcare, assisted living, or hospitality. The successful candidate will have:

• A genuine passion for food and dedication to delivering a great dining experience.

• Solid knowledge of dietary needs and nutrition, particularly for older adults.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• A positive, approachable attitude and a team-focused mindset.

• Flexibility to adapt to the day-to-day demands of the kitchen environment.

If you''re looking to make a real difference through your cooking, we''d love to hear from you.

• Full uniform provided

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Company pension scheme

• Sick pay

• Life assurance

• Free meals during shifts

• On-site parking

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (Hospitality Action)

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