Join Our Team at Eden House Care Home
Eden House Care Home is a friendly, person‑centred residential home on the Isle of Wight, known for its warm atmosphere and commitment to high‑quality care. We are now seeking a dedicated Chef to support our kitchen and deliver nutritious, home‑cooked meals that make a genuine difference to our residents’ wellbeing.
This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in traditional cooking, understands dietary needs in care settings, and can maintain excellent kitchen compliance standards.
About the Role
As the Chef at Eden House, you will be responsible for supporting the planning, preparing, and serving balanced meals that meet residents’ dietary requirements, preferences, and cultural needs. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the environment is safe, clean, and fully compliant with regulatory expectations.
Your work will directly support the health, comfort, and enjoyment of our residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Meal Planning — creating varied, nutritious menus that reflect resident preferences and dietary needs.
- Food Preparation — cooking high‑quality meals using fresh ingredients.
- Dietary Compliance — catering for allergies, modified diets, cultural needs, and specialist nutritional plans.
- Kitchen Hygiene — maintaining a clean, organised kitchen in line with Food Safety Standards.
- Record Keeping — completing temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and compliance documentation.
- Stock Management — ordering supplies, managing budgets, and reducing waste.
- Team Collaboration — working closely with care staff to support mealtimes and resident wellbeing.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or similar environment.
- Knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management, and dietary requirements.
- A passion for home‑style cooking and creating enjoyable mealtime experiences.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and maintain high compliance standards.
What We Offer
- A supportive, friendly working environment.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Full induction and ongoing training.
- Opportunities to contribute to menu development and resident wellbeing.
- A stable, rewarding role where your cooking truly matters.
Location
Eden House Care Home, Isle of Wight
A warm, resident‑focused home where good food is central to comfort and quality of life.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about cooking and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV or contact our recruitment team for more information.
Pay: £13.00-£19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
