Chef

Chef Exning Court, Cotton End Road, Exning, CB8 7PF £13.35 per hour 10 hours per week – no late nights, no split shifts Serving more than meals with a better work-life balance We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Chef to our vibrant Retirement Community at Exning Court, Cotton End Road, Exning, CB8 7PF. You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting our retirement community residents, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – it’s our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We’re committed to your progression, so we offer fully funded hospitality qualifications. Your role Deliver a high-quality catering service that meets individual needs, including special diets Enjoy a better work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts, giving you more time for yourself Manage food and labour budgets through effective planning and purchasing Oversee stock control, audits, and accurate record-keeping Ensure food safety standards are understood and followed by the team Maintain high hygiene and safety standards through scheduled cleaning and maintenance (This position is referred to as Chef but may also be known as Demi Chef, Line Chef, Cook, Chef de Partie (CDP), or Commis Chef) Your skills Experience working in a catering environment and cooking for diverse groups Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Knowledge of health and safety procedures and budget management Friendly and approachable, with great customer interaction skills Your rewards You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays) , occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme , we’ve created a package to help you thrive: Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling Company-paid life insurance Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements Some rewards are subject to a…