Location: Cawston, Near Norwich, Norfolk
Pay: £13.50 Per Hour
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week
About the Home
Avon Search is delighted to be recruiting for a Chef on behalf of a highly regarded, award-winning, family-run residential care home located in the picturesque village of Cawston, just 11 miles from Norwich.
This welcoming home provides exceptional residential care in a warm and supportive environment where residents are encouraged to live with dignity, independence and comfort. With 36 spacious en-suite bedrooms, the service offers a true home-from-home atmosphere and is renowned for delivering person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs.
The experienced team provides specialist support for older people, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities and mental health conditions. Nutritious, freshly prepared meals are an important part of daily life within the home, helping to promote residents' health, wellbeing and enjoyment.
The home is thoughtfully designed on a single level, making it easily accessible for residents. Bright communal lounges, attractive gardens and welcoming dining areas create a pleasant environment where residents can socialise, relax and enjoy quality home-cooked food.
Life at the home includes:
Award-winning, family-run residential care
36 comfortable en-suite bedrooms
Freshly prepared, nutritious home-cooked meals
Beautiful gardens and welcoming communal spaces
Spacious single-level layout promoting independence
Friendly, experienced and supportive team
Person-centred care focused on dignity, wellbeing and independence
A warm, welcoming atmosphere for residents, families and staff
The Role
As an Assistant Chef, you will work alongside the Head Chef to prepare nutritious, appetising meals that meet residents' individual dietary requirements while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting with the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals
Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
Preparing meals to accommodate special diets and nutritional needs
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and infection control standards
Ensuring the kitchen is clean, safe and fully compliant with Health & Safety regulations
Receiving and storing deliveries correctly
Helping to create an enjoyable dining experience for residents
Working collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive team
About You
Previous experience in a professional kitchen, care home or hospitality environment is desirable
A passion for preparing fresh, nutritious food
Knowledge of food hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure
A caring and friendly approach with an understanding of the importance of nutrition in later life
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Benefits & Perks
£13.50 per hour
Part Time – 30 hours per week
Paid breaks
Ongoing training and development
Supportive family-run working environment
Stable, friendly team with excellent management support
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' wellbeing through quality dining experiences
To Apply
Please contact Lauren on (phone number removed) or email