Chef Zero West Midlands

Employer: Housing 21

Location: Pine Court (WV11 1NG
) and Broadway Gardens (WV10 8EA
)

Pay: £13.04 per hour, Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Zero hours contract;
Shift pattern:
Full flexibility required to cover sickness and annual leave

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 01/03/2026

Hours:

Zero hours contract Shift Pattern:
Full flexibility required to cover sickness and annual leave at Pine Court (WV11 1NG
) and Broadway Gardens (WV10 8EA
). At Housing 21 we pride ourselves on being passionate about people and are committed to investing in those who work for us to help them to be the best they can be.

When you work for us, you will be joining an organisation that holds the Investors in People Platinum standard.

Our people are our foundation, and we know how important it is to support them to do what they do best, whether through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture.

We are incredibly proud of the culture we have created and celebrate the positive difference we make to society.

If you think you’re ready for a new challenge and able to make a difference, then come and join us.

The role

We are currently looking to recruit a Chef to join our team. Within the role you will be responsible for planning, preparing and cooking meals and light refreshments, ensuring that a varied and balanced diet is provided for all residents.

You will make sure that provision is made for individuals’ medical, cultural, dietary and personal requirements.

You will ensure that the service is provided in a hygienic, efficient, and economical manner, as well as take responsibility for ordering necessary requirements for the kitchen.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can make a real difference, with an organisation with a strong social purpose, take a look at the job profile attached.

We’d love to meet you.

The essential requirements for the role include:

• An understanding of varied differing diets, such as multi-cultural, diabetic, vegetarian, and low fat (desirable)
• Understanding of different cleaning materials and their suitability to identified tasks (desirable)
• Experience of working in a kitchen
• Basic food hygiene
• Willing to participate in training

At Housing 21 we’re proud to be actively recognising the importance of our employees and rewarding them accordingly.

• Holiday Pay
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Occupational Maternity Pay
• Health Cash Plan
• Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure)
• Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Uniform provided
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and development

Closing date for applications 15 February 2026, with interviews taking place 16 February 2026. Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received.

Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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