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Head ChefNHS

Lydney, GL15 5BB Permanent
Posted 2 November 2026 Closing date 2 December 2026
Checked 3 hours ago · still listed on NHS Jobs Closes in 29 days · 2 Dec 2026
Lydney Rail Station (0.9 miles, direct) Lydney Town (Dean Forest Railway) (0.6 miles, direct) May Lane Bus Station (7.5 miles, direct)

Job summary

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile? Join Rodley House as a Head Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference. Whats on the menu for you Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000 Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5) Blue Light discounts & company pension On-demand pay What were looking for Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting Experience as a head chef is desirable Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable) This position is working 24 hours per week, to include alternate weekends The main shift pattern will be 9am to 3pm, however flexibility is desirable for this role About the role: Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs. Create enjoyable dining experiences and the...

Main duties of the job

Join Rodley House as a Head Chef where you can utilize your creativity to prepare delicious and comforting meals that will brighten the days of our residents. Youll have evenings off alongside every other weekend. The role also offers a refer-a-friend bonus, funded training up to QCF Level 5, Blue Light discounts, a company pension, and on-demand pay. We are looking for applicants with at least 12 months of the right to work in the UK and experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting. Experience as a head chef and knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is desirable. The job involves working 24 hours per week, including alternate weekends, with the main shift being 9 am to 3 pm. Flexibility is important as well.

Job description

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile?Join Rodley House as a Head Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

Whats on the menu for you

  • Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
  • Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
  • Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
  • Blue Light discounts & company pension
  • On-demand pay

What were looking for

  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
  • Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting
  • Experience as a head chef is desirable
  • Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
  • This position is working 24 hours per week, to include alternate weekends
  • The main shift pattern will be 9am to 3pm, however flexibility is desirable for this role

About the role:

  • Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
  • Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
  • Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
  • Make a positive difference through food and care.

Where youll be working

  • Care home:Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire Rodley House | Agincare
  • CQC rating: Good

If youre passionate about great food and making a difference, apply today and start cooking up smiles.

About us:For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

About us

Agincare has been providing support to communities across the UK for 40 years and is recognized as one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers. With more than 5,500 team members across the nation, Agincare delivers high-quality care and support services at over 170 locations. They are strong supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All adult services under Agincare are regulated by the CQC, and childrens services are regulated by Ofsted. Agincare is committed to an inclusive work environment, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

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