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Chef
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Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk County, IP32, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-29
Listing for:
Apex Recruit Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are currently recruiting experienced Chefs to work on a temporary agency basis within elderly care homes. This is a rewarding role where your cooking directly improves residents’ health, wellbeing, and quality of life.
You’ll be preparing nutritious, home-style meals that meet dietary, cultural, and medical needs, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook fresh, balanced meals for residents
* Cater for special diets (pureed, soft, diabetic, low salt, allergies, etc.)
* Maintain high food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards
* Manage stock, food rotation, and portion control
* Work independently or as part of a small kitchen team
* Follow care home policies and safeguarding procedures
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally in a care home, hospital, school, or similar setting
* Knowledge of special diets and elderly nutrition
* Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willingness to obtain)
* Reliable, professional, and compassionate
* Ability to work flexible shifts
* Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply)
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