TEMP CHEF

Job Overview

TEMPORARY CHEF REQUIRED

The Forge Care Centre

Ely

Cardiff

Position Type: Temporary Chef
Rate of Pay: Dependent on experience

Please apply to the email at bottom of advertisement

We are seeking an experienced and reliable temporary chef to join the catering team at The Forge Care Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, well-balanced meals for our residents, with a strong focus on safety, dignity, and individual dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting meals in accordance with planned menus
• Adhering to residents' individual dietary requirements, including texture-modified diets in line with IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness at all times
• Implementing and monitoring HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures throughout all stages of food preparation
• Completing accurate food temperature and stock records
• Communicating effectively with care staff regarding residents' changing dietary needs
• Supporting the wider catering team and contributing to a positive working environment

Essential Requirements

Minimum Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (or equivalent)

Or

Working towards a qualification/happy to work towards

• Sound understanding and working knowledge of HACCP principles
• Previous experience working in a catering environment
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to cover shifts as required

Desirable Experience

• Practical experience with IDDSI texture-modified diets (e.g. minced and moist, pureed, or liquidised meals)
• Previous experience working in a care home, hospital, or healthcare setting

This post requires staff to work long days on a rota basis

How to Apply

To apply for this position or to request further information, please contact:

[email protected]
Closing date 18/09/26

Pay: From £16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44.0 per week

Work Location: In person