Chef
| Posting date: | 30 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 to £15 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Ormskirk, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Benridge Care Homes |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
The Role
At Asmall Hall, we are now searching for a new Chef who will produce nutritious and well-balanced meals that meet our high standards and our resident’s satisfaction.
In this role you will be responsible for:
-Working alongside the Wellbeing Coordinator to provide food for the various events that take place throughout the group
-Providing dietary requirements to meet the needs of our residents
-The presentation of the food served is to a high standard including the use of moulds for those on soft diets
-Monitoring and maintaining consistent food standards during all stages of production and service
-Adhering to the HACCP procedure according to Food Safety Management documentation
-Maintaining the correct use of the company’s regulatory framework and cleaning procedures
-Ensuring quality control and hygiene systems are achieved
-Purchasing all food and related products using company nominated suppliers (when required)
-Ensuring minimum waste
Qualifications & Experience
You must hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in catering
Experience within the care sector is essential
Experience of the nutritional needs of our elderly residents ie: fortified dietary requirements
Employee Benefits
We offer an ‘Earn While You Learn’ scheme - complete a Diploma (NVQ) whilst working for us
£50 Refer a Friend Bonus**
Employee of the ‘Quarter’ Rewards
Reimbursed DBS cost
Internal Career Progression Opportunities
Initial Uniform Free
Excellent Subsidised Meals
Pension Scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
If you would like to learn more about Benridge Care Group, follow the link below: www.benridgecaregroup.co.uk
Conditions apply
*Pay will be determined on age, experience and qualifications. Your hourly rate will be reviewed again on the successful completion of your 6 month probationary period.
**Payable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. The employee that made the referral must also remain employed by us, in order to be eligible for the £50 Bonus.
At Asmall Hall, we are now searching for a new Chef who will produce nutritious and well-balanced meals that meet our high standards and our resident’s satisfaction.
In this role you will be responsible for:
-Working alongside the Wellbeing Coordinator to provide food for the various events that take place throughout the group
-Providing dietary requirements to meet the needs of our residents
-The presentation of the food served is to a high standard including the use of moulds for those on soft diets
-Monitoring and maintaining consistent food standards during all stages of production and service
-Adhering to the HACCP procedure according to Food Safety Management documentation
-Maintaining the correct use of the company’s regulatory framework and cleaning procedures
-Ensuring quality control and hygiene systems are achieved
-Purchasing all food and related products using company nominated suppliers (when required)
-Ensuring minimum waste
Qualifications & Experience
You must hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in catering
Experience within the care sector is essential
Experience of the nutritional needs of our elderly residents ie: fortified dietary requirements
Employee Benefits
We offer an ‘Earn While You Learn’ scheme - complete a Diploma (NVQ) whilst working for us
£50 Refer a Friend Bonus**
Employee of the ‘Quarter’ Rewards
Reimbursed DBS cost
Internal Career Progression Opportunities
Initial Uniform Free
Excellent Subsidised Meals
Pension Scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
If you would like to learn more about Benridge Care Group, follow the link below: www.benridgecaregroup.co.uk
Conditions apply
*Pay will be determined on age, experience and qualifications. Your hourly rate will be reviewed again on the successful completion of your 6 month probationary period.
**Payable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. The employee that made the referral must also remain employed by us, in order to be eligible for the £50 Bonus.