Shaw healthcare (Group) Ltd
Senior Chef at New Elmcroft
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Senior Chef at New Elmcroft
Senior Chef – New Elmcroft, Care Home (Shaw Healthcare)
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, near Brighton & Worthing Salary: £18.69 per hour Hours: 35 hrs per week (4-week rotating shift pattern) Shift Times: 8:00AM – 5:15PM (including weekends)
About the Role
Shaw Healthcare is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Chef to join New Elmcroft, a 60-bed en-suite care home specialising in nursing, dementia, residential and respite care. Located in a quiet residential setting near Shoreham-by-Sea, the facility prioritises delivering high-quality, fresh, home-cooked meals in a supportive and compassionate environment.
We’re proud to be the UK’s largest employee-owned healthcare company, with 64 registered services across care homes and extra-care flats, backed by guest trust awards and employee ownership principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high-standard, fresh, daily meals are provided for residents and their needs are met.
- Establish strong relationships with residents’ families to accommodate cultural and dietary requirements.
- Daily duties:
- Prepare, cook, and serve meals to residents and staff on time.
- Adapt menus to cater for celebrations, special occasions, and resident preferences.
- Order supplies within budget and operational policies, using approved suppliers.
- Maintain accurate catering records in line with HACCP guidelines.
- Participate in regulatory inspections by Environmental Health/social care enforcers.
- Maintain strict hygiene standards (HACCP & COSHH compliance).
- Promote a safe & healthy working environment (Health & Safety, Welfare policies).
- Manage the Catering Team efficiently.
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About Shaw Healthcare
Employee Ownership & Career Growth
- The UK’s largest employee-owned healthcare provider, ranked as Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024.
- 64+ registered care services, offering NVQ qualifications, leadership training, and bespoke courses.
- Annual £1,850+ tax-free bonuses for employees per year.
- Continuous rewards: Employee of the Month, Annual Awards, and superb pay strategies.
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Supportive Workplace Culture
- Employees are active decision-makers through annual surveys and dedicated representatives.
- Wellbeing initiatives, including confidential EAP support (free mental/financial guidance).
Support & Recognition
- Flexible benefits: Hospitality discounts, pension scheme, free on-site meals, GP online platform.
- 28 days’ paid leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
- Refer-a-Friend scheme (earn £1,000 per referral, max.). --Holistic support: COSHH, HACCP, and health & safety expertise.
"Are you ambitious to make a difference in care dining? Join our team and invest in your career today."
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