Bank Chef

Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is pleased to recruit on behalf of Care UK, an award-winning care provider seeking an experienced Bank Chef to join their culinary team in Edinburgh, UK. This flexible bank position offers you the freedom to tailor your shift schedule to fit your lifestyle, alongside professional development and support through Care UK's internal Catering Academy.

In this adaptable culinary leadership role, you will take charge of daily kitchen operations and prepare fresh, nutritious meals tailored to the dietary and medical needs of care home residents. You will design balanced menus, manage stock and food costs, enforce strict food safety regulations, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistent culinary quality across all shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and prepare high-quality, balanced meals utilizing fresh and seasonal produce.

• Design and plan menus tailored to residents' specific nutritional needs and specialized dietary requirements.

• Maintain stock control, manage food budgets, enforce Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, and mentor kitchen personnel.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef in a fast-paced environment with a focus on fresh ingredients.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to train and direct a kitchen team.

• Deep understanding of food safety standards and experience catering to specialized dietary needs.

Benefits

• Flexible bank shift scheduling paired with Wagestream earned wage access and Bank Holiday pay enhancements.

• Continuous career development, training, and access to approved apprenticeship schemes via the Catering Academy.

• Dedicated health and wellbeing support alongside access to hundreds of online and high-street retail discounts.