Roving Chef

Overview

Be all you can be with Hamberley. At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We’re seeking a Roving Chef to help us achieve our goals.

As our chef, you’ll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents, ensuring every dish is made with love and supports the health and happiness of those we care for.

This is a bank roving chef position, covering Bristol or wider area for chef cover, and may involve covering holidays, new openings or deputising for a Head Chef.

• Support the head chef in the planning and provision of high‑quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of residents.
• Plan, prepare and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements.
• Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling.
• Deputise for the head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times.

• Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Committed to customer care and first‑class service provision.
• A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2.
• Basic certificate in Food hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations.
• Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents.
• Ability to multi‑task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast‑paced environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Paid mileage.
• Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile‑friendly Hapi App benefits platform.
• Free onsite parking available.
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus – up to £750 per referral (t&cs apply).
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services.

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