Relief Chef

TemporaryNEW

Relief Chef – £17.00ph – £19.00ph

If you’re a Relief Chef who enjoys creating healthy, balanced meals and wants the flexibility to work around your lifestyle, this opportunity in Basildon could be perfect for you.

Join our team

As a Relief Chef you’ll be part of a caring, professional care home environment, preparing nutritious meals and snacks for hospice patients. This role offers a full time position, ongoing on a temporary basis and the chance to make a difference every day – ideal if you’re looking for a fulfilling position without late nights or split shifts.

Why apply?

You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay paid weekly every Friday.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements.
• Out-of-hours assistance whenever you need it.
• Help with maintaining your Enhanced DBS certificate.
• The choice to work locally in Basildon or across the UK.
• A range of shifts to suit your schedule, with alternate weekends available.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for:

• Planning and cooking healthy, balanced meals and snacks.
• Following the hospice menus that meet the residents dietary requirements.
• Catering for allergies, special diets, and cultural preferences.
• Maintaining high food hygiene and safety standards at all times.

What we’re looking for

• Experience working as a Relief Chef or Cook (Care home/hospice experience is a bonus).
• Hold an Enhanced Adult DBS (current or on the update service).
• Possess a Level 2 Food Hygiene and Food Allergen Certificate.
• Are reliable, organised, and passionate about cooking nutritious meals for patients.

If you’re looking for your next step as a Relief Chef in Basildon, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start your next rewarding role.

Job Number │ CHEF-LUKHOS / INDCATERING
Location │ Basildon
Role │ Relief Chef

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