Chef at Rotherlea
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.74 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | 16.74 - 16.74 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 December 2025 |
| Location: | Rotherlea, Petworth, GU28 0EA |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DEC20258159 |
Summary
Chef at RotherleaSalary: £16.74 per hourHours: 22hrs per weekShift Times: On 4 weekly Rota, shifts between the hours of 7am-5pm - including alternative weekends.Shaw healthcare is looking for a Chef who is ready to make a positive impact at Rotherlea, a superb, modern 70 bed care home located in the picturesque West Sussex market town of Petworth.Why Work at Shaw Healthcare?Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats.We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024.We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topicsWe take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month.We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys.Job ResponsibilitiesYou will liaise with our Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high-quality fresh, home-cooked food is provided every day. You will also establish a rapport with our residents and their families in order to satisfy their dietary needs. This will include, but not limited to: Preparing, cooking and serving meals for residents and others as required, in a timely manner.Providing a varied diet, catering for the cultural preferences of those who use our services.Catering for celebrations and other events in our Home.Ordering supplies within the catering budget and company policy guidelines, using approved suppliers in the absence of the senior cookMaintaining accurate catering records in accordance with HACCP.Participating in inspections by Environmental Health and/or care regulators and Local Authorities.Maintaining a high standard of hygiene within the kitchen by adhering to HACCP and COSHH guidelines.Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring adherence to Health & Safety and Welfare.Ability to manage the Catering TeamBenefitsExcellent Career OpportunitiesCare Qualifications76% Employee Owned - our employees have received over £1850 each in tax free bonuses to date!Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you)Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidaysCompany Sick PayEnhanced payrates for bank holidaysFree UniformDeath in service payment *subject to criteriaGP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive appDiscounted Homemade Meals while on ShiftPension schemeColleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.Holiday discountsOutstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service AwardsOnline benefits and cashback rewardsOur support to your Wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issuesAre you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!