Gloucester Charities Trust
Chef – 36.75hrs Magdalen House
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Chef (in a Residential Home)
36.75 hrs (2 week rota average), Shifts 7.30am – 6.30pm, including alternate weekends.
£13.13 per hour plus £1.00 per hour at weekends (pay award pending).
Join our Team and make a difference every day
At GCT we believe that good food is at the heart of great care. We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and caring Chef to join our catering team and support the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for older people living in our CQC-regulated residential home, Magdalen House.
Working alongside and reporting to the Chef Manager, you will play a key role in preparing nutritious, appetising meals that support residents’ health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of daily life.
About The Role
We have 36.75 hours per week, over a two-week average, contract available for a Chef to work in our beautifully kept residential home. The shift times are 7.30am – 6.30pm and the successful applicant will be working 7 shifts over two weeks, including alternate weekends.
We do not provide sponsored employment.
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Main Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present meals to a consistently high standard.
- Support the Chef Manager in delivering a varied and nutritious menu
- Cater for specialist dietary requirements and texture-modified diets.
- Ensure all food is prepared and served safely and hygienically.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with all food safety regulations.
- Complete food temperature checks, cleaning schedules, and other required records.
- Assist with stock control, ordering, and minimizing food waste.
- Support Kitchen Assistants and work collaboratively within the wider care home team.
- Contribute to special events, themed menus, and celebrations for residents.
- Promote a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ quality of life.
Essential Requirements
- Experienced in a Chef, Cook, or similar catering role.
- Qualified to Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 or willing to obtain.
- Knowledgeable about food safety, allergens, and special dietary requirements.
- Organised, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure.
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- Passionate about providing excellent food and service for older people.
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What We Offer
- 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Competitive pay enhancements (shift cover & overtime rates)
- Contributory Pension Scheme – NEST
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Save as you earn scheme
- Friend referral scheme (subject to criteria)
- Birthday bonus
- Long service awards
- Full training programme & development opportunities
- Staff Wellbeing initiatives
- Limited onsite parking
The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with our safe recruitment practices.
GCT is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
To be part of our excellent team, please email recruitment@gloschar.org.uk with your CV or request an application form.
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