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Chef
Chef – Required at Lyle House Care Home, Roehampton
Part of the Country Court Family
We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.
Position Overview
Role: Chef Location: Lyle House Care Home, Roehampton, London (SW15) Hours: 40 hours per week, including weekend work on rota
Lyle House Care Home in Roehampton provides specialist residential and dementia care across four floors of luxury facilities. Led by dedicated staff, we foster a comforting routine, ensuring residents feel safe, secure, and cared for.
Join the Country Court Care Family—a family-run business with 3,300+ employees and 45+ care homes—where we deliver 5-star care. Our homes feature bistros, pubs, cinema rooms, and spas, all designed to enrich our residents' lives.
The Chef Role
As a Chef at Lyle House, you’ll play a critical role in enhancing the lives of our residents through exceptional food and nutrition. Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing high-quality meals tailored to residents' needs, emphasizing nutritional value and enjoyment.
- Supporting the Chef Manager in managing the catering team, ensuring optimal workflow.
- Promoting and maintaining food hygiene and safety standards, including:
- Conducting risk assessments
- Enforcing cleaning protocols to ultra-high standards
- Overseeing kitchen maintenance when the Chef Manager is absent
- Assisting in menu planning to align with dietary requirements and resident preferences.
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You’ll be at the heart of our resident-centred care, ensuring every meal is a delightful experience.
Requirements
We’re seeking an experienced, passionate, and ambitious chef to join our exceptional team. You’ll need:
- Proven chef experience, ideally within a catering or care home environment.
- Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or equivalent role (minimum 3 years preferred).
- City & Guilds 7061 or an NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry (or equivalent).
- A valid Food Hygiene Certificate.
- A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred nutrition.
- Attitude! Proactive, take-initiative, and committed to excellence in cooking.
- Strong communication skills—you’ll interact with residents, guests, and visiting families.
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What We Offer
Join a supportive, family-driven business and enjoy:
- Competitive salary with annual pay reviews.
- Pension contributions.
- 25 days’ annual leave (plus statutory UK holidays).
- Induction Training Programme with ongoing development opportunities.
- Access to nationally recognised qualifications.
- Blue Light Discount Card.
- Staff Awards Programme, celebrating standout contributions.
- Recommend a Friend bonus scheme for current employees.
- Terms and conditions typical of the care sector.
Key Notes
All applicants must hold the legal right to work in the UK. If successful, you’ll need to provide evidence of your eligibility.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now—let’s create a delicious difference in someone’s day.
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