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Job Description: Agency Care Home Chef – Temporary Shifts – Colchester Pay: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour Location: Colchester Role Type: Temporary / Agency Shift Pattern: Day Shifts & Weekend Shifts Expected Hours: Flexible / Ad Hoc Hours Available Regulatory Setting: FSA Regulated Environments Open To: Male & Female Candidates Job Overview We are seeking skilled and dynamic Agency Care Home Chefs to join our growing team supporting care homes and healthcare settings across Colchester This is an exciting opportunity for experienced chefs who are passionate about delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for elderly and vulnerable residents while working within professional care environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary expertise, excellent food safety knowledge, and experience managing kitchen operations in fast-paced settings. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and resident satisfaction. We are looking for reliable, flexible, and professional chefs who can adapt to various care home settings and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities • Planning, preparing, and cooking meals for care home residents, • Preparing IDDSI modified meals in line with dietary and swallowing requirements, • Overseeing daily food preparation and cooking activities while ensuring consistency and quality, • Supervising kitchen staff, providing support, guidance, and leadership where required, • Managing food production schedules to meet service demands efficiently, • Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and FSA requirements, • Monitoring stock levels, managing inventory, and minimising food waste, • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment, • Completing kitchen documentation, temperature checks, and food safety records accurately, • Supporting hospitality service and maintaining a professional approach at all times, • Working collaboratively with care home staff to support residents’ dietary and nutritional needs Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Chef, Care Home Chef, or Agency Chef preferred, • Experience within healthcare, care home, catering, or hospitality environments desirable, • Strong knowledge of food production, preparation, and cooking techniques, • Knowledge and experience preparing IDDSI modified food essential, • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate required, • IDDSI Modified Food Training Certificate required, • Good understanding of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices, • Previous kitchen supervision or leadership experience preferred, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Professional, reliable, and flexible approach to work, • Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments, • Strong communication and teamwork skills What We Offer • Competitive hourly pay rates, • Flexible temporary and ad hoc shifts, • Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team, • Opportunity to work across a variety of care home settings, • Supportive and professional working environments, • Regular weekday and weekend shifts available, • Immediate starts available If you are an experienced Care Home Chef looking for flexible temporary opportunities across Colchester, we would love to hear from you.

Work closely with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen, particularly during peak times. As a Commis Chef, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the health and well-being of our members. Are you passionate about food and eager to develo

You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs. As Sous Chef, you'll be the Head Chefs' go-to for support, leading and engaging the kitchen team to deliver 14 great shifts week in, week

You are probably an existing Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef looking for your first step into a Head Chef role. You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs. You will have expe

We have an opening for a talented Sous Chef - someone who loves food, loves produce and loves cooking and creating while inspiring those around them.Work alongside the Head Chef to run the kitchen.Manage day-to-day operations including service, prep and close.Lead, train and inspire the kitchen team

The Mercury creates and shares stories that are exhilarating, revelatory and relevant. The Mercury is a significant regional developer of new talen.

We are recruiting for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join a stunning gastro pub located on the outskirts of Colchester, easily commutable from Colchester, Braintree, Ipswich and surrounding areas.

What We Ask of You: As an ASK Italian Chef, we value:. ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks. At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants.

The Club Company is a premium collection of 18 golf and country clubs across the UK.We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle.Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation.Our locatio

The ideal Sous Chef must be a competent all-rounder, able to cover all sections and deputise for the Head Chef in his absence and have knowledge of stock taking, GP’s and hygiene legislation. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join their talented brigade and continue the h

Job Description If you are passionate about Italian food, enjoy working in a small team, and would like to be part of an ambitious food business making waves in the local area then keep reading! Were looking for a self-sufficient Chef de Partie to be the beating heart of our new restaurant.

Job Description Junior Sous Chef £39K£41K + Live-In Available Suffolk Salary: £39,000£41,000 plus tips Hours: 4550 hours per week Accommodation: Live-in available at £65 per week Location: Suffolk outskirts of Colchester Convenient for: Colchester, Ipswich & Sudbury Are you a talented Junior

Are you passionate about food and eager to develop your culinary skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? Bannatyne Group is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.

We are recruiting a motivated and experienced Sous Chef to join our catering team at W. Job Description Sous Chef - Wattisham AirfieldPay: £32,592 per annum Hours: 37.

Enjoy family-friendly hours while working in a creative culinary setting, catering to a diverse audience with various dining needs.

In this role, you will be responsible for cooking and presenting dishes to high standards while supporting daily specials.

Wagamama Ltd in Colchester is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.You will be responsible for maintaining high food quality, mentoring other chefs, and ensuring the vibrancy of the kitchen.This role offers a clear path to becoming a Head Chef along wit

Our mission is to be the premier collection of golf and country clubs in the UK, offering members a feel‑good experience through health and wellness, golf and more. The Club Company is a premium collection of 18 golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a

Butcombe Pubs & Inns is seeking a Commis Chef for The Woolpack Inn in Northington, England. You’ll collaborate closely with the Sous and Head Chef, maintain high food standards, and enjoy a supportive team culture. Work in a thriving kitchen environment focused on seasonal cooking with local produ

Are you a chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce? Used to leading teams? Looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Then join Care UK, a multi award-winning care provider as a Head Chef. E

The Reimagined Woolpack Inn: Where Heritage Meets Culinary Excellence. Tucked away in the tranquil village of Totford, Hampshire,The Woolpack Innis a newly refurbished Grade I listed pub with rooms.

A Food Hygiene Certificate is required, and experience in care homes or hospitals is preferred.

A well-known hospitality group in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Chef to join their kitchen team.Candidates should have a strong focus on delivering high-quality meals and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards.The role offers ample opportunities for career advancement through training an

The Woolpack Inn in Totford is seeking a talented Commis Chef to join a passionate kitchen team under the leadership of Head Chef Luke. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, supporting chefs, and following kitchen procedures.

Job Description: Event Sous Chef. Altura Recruitment are seeking a talented and committed Event Sous Chef to join our client. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef with strong leadership abilities and a genuine passion for food.

We are a leading Senior Living business dedicated to providing exceptional care and high-quality dining experiences for our residents.We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where both our residents and team members thrive.We are seeking talented and passionat.

Chef de Partie 2AA Rosettes Northumberland Live In. Were recruiting a Chef de Partie for a highly regarded country house hotel set in a beautiful part of Northumberland, known for its refined food, relaxed luxury and strong local reputation.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcar

If you're a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and a role that genuinely makes.

Breakfast Chef Northumberland Luxury Hotel Live In. We are recruiting a Breakfast Chef to join a beautiful luxury hotel set within the Northumberland countryside, offering a fantastic opportunity in a relaxed yet quality-driven kitchen.

Head Chef up to €60000 + Benefits. As Head Chef at Leopardstown, you will lead the culinary vision and day-to-day food operations across the racecourse.

If you're a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and a role that genuinely makes you feel.

The UK is probably the world's biggest and most advanced global cuisine marketand an attractive job market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers.

Busy Retail & Hospitality site - Multiple Outlets.Days holiday including bank holidays.

You could say that it is because we place a special emphasis on people, on the fulfilment of our employees and on their development.We could also tell you that it is because we are an international, dynamic and fast-growing group.Our teams proudly manufacture quality Sushi each day.If you want to wo

Lead the culinary team on a prestigious B&I contract in the heart of Canary Wharf.Manage a diverse back-of-house team across a busy retail café operation and a high-end hospitality suite.Innovative, fresh, and seasonal produce with a focus on the latest global food trends.

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for G&G Ireland on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all w

Located in the iconic Tea Building in the heart of Shoreditch, Pizza East offers Italian, produce-led comfort food from wood fired pizzas to hearty lasagna, italian shared plates with delicious drinks to match.Open every day for lunch and dinner.We are now looking for an experienced.A passion for ho

Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do, so its important we find the right Head Chef who is going to be supportive, friendly and hands-on, always ready to help in the different sections of the kitchen.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:.Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare bene

This role is focused mainly on delivering high-quality food for weddings, corporate functions and special events, with occasional breakfast cover in the absence of the Breakfast Chef.

We are seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join a high end fine dining kitchen in Canary Wharf. This is a great opportunity for a chef looking for strong work life balance while maintaining high standards.

Sous Chef Northumberland Luxury Castle Hotel Live In. We are recruiting a Sous Chef to join a stunning luxury castle hotel in Northumberland, offering an exciting opportunity within a highly regarded and historic hospitality destination.

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a role where your creativity, ideas, and independence are truly valued? Join our exclusive private members club, set in a stunning rural landscape, and take the lead in crafting memorable dining experiences for our community of members and guests.

Calling Snr Chef de Parties or Junior Sous's! Join our Staff Dining team!. We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Junior Sous Chef to join our busy staff dining operation.

Our new Head Chef has a clear focus.