Senior Chef


Company:	Oakland Care Ltd
Salary:	£18.00 per hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chigwell, IG7 6HX
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Jul 2026
Closing date:	8 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are

looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Chef to join our friendly team. Working alongside the Head Chef,

you will help deliver high-quality, nutritious meals that support the health

and wellbeing of our residents.

This is a

rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a real difference through

food, ensuring every resident receives meals that are both enjoyable and

tailored to their individual dietary needs.

This is a

rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a real difference through

food, ensuring every resident receives meals that are both enjoyable and

tailored to their individual dietary needs.

offer some excellent rewards and benefits including:

We offer all team members 1

free meal per shift.

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.

Uniform provided.

Increased Annual Leave

entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra

annual leave.

Cycle to Work scheme – why not

save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.

Milestone Birthdays - get EXTRA

time off to celebrate that special birthday.

Company sick pay which is

over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of

service).

Refer a Friend Scheme for

successful referrals - for all permanent roles within

Oakland Care (T&C's apply).

Recognition and staff

appreciation initiatives.

Long service awards.

Health Cash Plan (subject to

T&Cs).

Death in Service Benefit

(subject to T&Cs).

And much

more……….

Location: Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £18.00 per hour

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Shift:

Days (5 days across 7, includes some weekends)

Key

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Chef in planning

and preparing nutritious, appetising meals.

Support the delivery of varied

menus that cater for special diets, allergies, and cultural preferences.

Maintain excellent food hygiene,

health and safety, and infection control standards.

Supervise kitchen staff and

support the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Monitor food stock levels and

assist with ordering and stock control.

Ensure all meals are served on

time and to a high standard.

Help maintain accurate records

in line with CQC and food safety requirements.

Promote a positive and

collaborative working environment.

About You

We are

looking for someone who has:

Previous experience as a Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar role.

A passion for producing

high-quality, nutritious food.

Knowledge of dietary

requirements within a care setting.

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

(Level 3 desirable).

Strong organisational and

communication skills.

The ability to work effectively

within a team and independently.

A caring, compassionate, and

resident-focused approach.

If you are a dedicated chef who takes pride in

creating exceptional meals and would like to join a team that values care,

compassion, and quality, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now!

Oakland Care is committed to safeguarding and

promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be

subject to appropriate employment and DBS checks.

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