Chef

Location:

Melton Mowbray (LE14) – Leicestershire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Salary:

Up to £13750 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Corporate Hospitality

Advertiser:

Jupiter Recruitment

Job ID:

132640445

Posted On:

21 January 2026

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in a brand new residential service based in the Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

A brand new nurse-led residential service designed to support adults with enduring mental health conditions who no longer require hospital-level care

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

As a Chef your key duties include:

* Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
* Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus
* Ensure menus are displayed showing choices
* Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available
* Check quantity and quality of stock and orders items in accordance with the catering manual
* Supervise the kitchen employee team
* Ensure HACCP’s processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required
* Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

* Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting
* Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
* Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
* Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of GBP13,750 pro rata. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 18.75 hours on days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

* Free on-site parking
* Your Birthday as an extra day annual leave
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptop/ tablets/smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 7177

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