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Chef
Head Chef
HC-One
At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals, meeting nutritional needs while bringing comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. Incentive value: £1,000 welcome bonus.
About You
Requirements & Qualifications
You will be an experienced cook with:
- A recognised qualification, including an S/NVQ Level 2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery or equivalent
- A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- A sound understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) to maintain high standards of food safety
Key Attributes
Technical Skills
- Expertise in nutritious meal planning and appetising dish presentation
- Commitment to food safety, quality, and hygiene standards
Soft Skills
- Creativity in menu planning that aligns with residential care requirements
- Passion for serving meals with both nutrition and well-being in mind
- Teamwork and a positive working attitude
- Caring approach that reinforces HC-One’s values of kindness and dignity
Critical Responsibility
- Safeguarding awareness & compliance: Ability to recognise signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, understand escalation procedures, and report concerns. Mandatory safeguarding training will be required.
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About HC-One
At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—it’s the foundation of our compassionate culture. Our approach focuses on supporting individuals to live their best lives while upholding five core values—what we call The HC-One Way：
- Curiosity: Asking questions, seeking understanding
- Compassion: Empathy for residents and colleagues
- Creativity: Finding innovative solutions
- Courage: Supporting confident decision-making for residents
- Dependability: Reliability in all actions
Inclusivity & Work Culture
We champion diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace where staff feel valued and empowered. Our commitment extends to fostering a supportive, adaptable, and collaborative environment.
Digital Advancement
We are integrating digital care planning technology to improve efficiency and outcomes for residents. Embracing technology—even for those unfamiliar—is encouraged, with full support provided during training.
Professional & Personal Growth
Development is a priority at HC-One:
- Competitive entry timeline for new starts
- Clear career pathways and professional development programs
- Opportunities for regional and national role progression
- Access to postgraduate-level training
Note: Applicants must have the right to work in full-time capacity in the UK. For legal reasons, we *cannot sponsor work visas.
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Rewards & Benefits
Competitive Benefits Package for HC-One Chefs:
- £1,000 welcome bonus
- Balanced work-life with fostering stability and time management
- Hourly pay rate based on experience and qualifications
- Paid, certified criminal record checks (DBS/PVG)
- Uniform provided for free
- Complimentary, nutritious meal during any shift eight hours or longer
- Company pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
- Group life assurance coverage
- Wagestream, offering flexible wage access and full financial well-being support
- Award-winning training, with mentorship and accredited learning opportunities
- Online GP service via GP Online app, including access for dependents under 16
- Team-based mentorship from experienced colleagues in an outstanding team
- Colleague discounts offering access to more than 1,600 discounts across major retailers
- Wellbeing program with free Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for physical, mental, and financial health concerns).
- Recognition awards, including *‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
- Referral rewards with a "Refer a Friend" scheme up to £1,000 per successful referral
About The Company
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