Chef

About Ash Grange Nursing Home Our 41 bedded home provides residential and nursing care for older people. Based in Bloxwich, close to Walsall, Ash Grange Nursing Home is a friendly and welcoming home with a strong community feel. The home offers a comfortable setting with communal lounges, outdoor space and a dedicated team who work together to provide person centred care and support residents to enjoy a good quality of life. Chef Contract £14.55 to £15.15 per hour Contracted to 27 hours per week Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract) No late evenings or split shifts, offering a consistent working pattern and genuine work life balance, alongside ongoing training and development opportunities. Role Overview As a Chef, you will deliver high quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals that are a key part of daily life. This is a role where your cooking has real impact, bringing comfort, routine and enjoyment while supporting overall wellbeing. You will take ownership of food preparation and service, ensuring meals are tailored to individual dietary needs, preferences and nutritional requirements. Maintaining high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety, you will consistently deliver meals that residents look forward to each day. Working as part of a supportive team, you will contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and smooth day to day service. With no late evenings or split shifts, this role offers a strong work life balance while still allowing you to take pride in producing high quality food in a rewarding environment. What We Are Looking For City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Experience in a professional kitchen environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team A positive and reliable approach What We Offer Paid Enhanced DBS Uniform provided Group life assurance cover Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more GP Online for you and your dependants under 16 Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications Clear opportunities for career development and progression Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role About Care Concern Group Ash Grangeis part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive. Our five values Trust Respect Passion Kindness Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another. If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ