Salary: £14.10 per hour Work Pattern: 30 hours per week Week 1: Monday 07:30–17:30 Thursday 07:30–17:30 Week 2: Monday 07:30–17:30 Thursday 07:30–17:30 Saturday 07:30–17:30 Sunday 07:30–17:30 Shifts may vary based on business needs. Job Description: Join a small, friendly care home in the heart of Dorchester as a Chef, where your work will directly enhance the lives of up to 23 residents. You’ll take pride in creating fresh, nutritious meals that reflect residents’ needs and preferences, supporting their health, well-being, and daily routines. This role is ideal for someone who combines culinary skill with compassion and leadership. You'll manage the kitchen, lead a small team, develop menus, and ensure the highest food hygiene and safety standards — all within a supportive and caring environment.

Technical Skills

Requirements: Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene legislation Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or healthcare setting Previous experience leading a kitchen team Menu development and budgeting experience Leadership and team supervision skills A compassionate and resident-focused approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Understanding of health and safety and infection control Flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends Aged 18 or over (due to the nature of the role) Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Technical Skills

Requirements: Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene legislation Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or healthcare setting Previous experience leading a kitchen team Menu development and budgeting experience Leadership and team supervision skills A compassionate and resident-focused approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Understanding of health and safety and infection control Flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends Aged 18 or over (due to the nature of the role) Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check