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Care Home Chef

Job details
Posting date: 20 January 2026
Salary: £16 to £20 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 January 2026
Location: Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 1AD
Company: Search Consultancy LTD
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: Req/675552_1768908487

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Summary

️ Care Home Chef - Edinburgh & Surrounding Areas

Pay Rate: £16-£20 per hour (depending on experience)
Location: Edinburgh & surrounding areas
Hours: Flexible shifts available (full-time, part-time, or temporary cover)

Are you a passionate chef who takes pride in preparing nutritious, comforting meals that truly make a difference? We are seeking experienced Care Home Chefs to deliver high-quality catering services across care settings in Edinburgh and nearby areas.

The Role

As a Care Home Chef, you will play a vital role in supporting residents' health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of daily life through excellent food.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing and cooking balanced, high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences

  • Catering for a range of levelled and texture-modified diets in line with IDDSI guidelines

  • Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness

  • Managing kitchen stock, ordering, and accurate record keeping

  • Working closely with care staff to ensure residents receive the best possible dining experience

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience as a chef within a care home or healthcare setting

  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with levelled diets (IDDSI)

  • A valid PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) certificate - essential

  • Food Hygiene and relevant catering qualifications (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Food Safety)

  • A reliable, compassionate approach with a genuine commitment to excellent care

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay of £16-£20, depending on experience and assignment

  • Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your cooking every day

✨ Bring comfort, nutrition, and joy to residents through great food.

To apply: Please send your CV to colin.rae@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

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