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From the employer's careers site First seen 6 Nov 2026

Assistant Chef - Bank

Salary

£13.54 - £15.08 per hour

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Description

Croft House Care Home in Great Dunmow is seeking an Assistant Chef to join their team on a bank contract. As an Assistant Chef, you will play a crucial role in delivering an excellent dining experience for residents.

The home provides person-centred care, focusing on residents' individual needs and preferences. The chefs create well-crafted menus using fresh ingredients, catering to various ethnic groups and dietary requirements.

As an Assistant Chef at Croft House, you will:

  • Create varied and nutritional menus that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences
  • Contribute ideas to enhance the dining experience and make residents feel at home
  • Train and manage the kitchen team in food preparation, cooking, and serving
  • Adhere to COSHH and HACCP guidelines, company policies, and procedures
  • Cater for special events and seasonal activities as required

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A passion for cooking with previous experience in a fresh food kitchen
  • Relevant hygiene certificates
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with others
  • An innovative approach to cooking while maintaining high standards

Croft House offers a supportive work environment, and as a Bupa employee, you will be part of a company that prioritises diversity and inclusion.

The salary range for this role is £13.54 - £15.08 per hour, depending on experience.

The benefits of working with Bupa include:

  • A focus on employee well-being and development
  • Opportunities for career growth and progression
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment

If you're passionate about food and delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Skills

Required

  • cooking
  • food preparation
  • kitchen management
  • communication

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://bupa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/EXT_CAREER/job/Great-Dunmow/Assistant-Chef---Bank_R1199668

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