For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We’re dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.
Role: Chef
The Home: Abbeyfield Woodlands is a 31 bed Independent Living Service with Extra Care. Surrounded by picturesque woodland areas and only a short drive from the town centre.
Location: Abbeyfield Woodlands, Woodlands Drive, North Yorkshire, Skipton, BD23 1QU
Pay: £14.70 p/h
Hours: 30 Hours a week

• As a Care Home Chef; You’ll develop, in consultation with residents, healthy balanced menus, with choices which reflect their needs and preferences.
• Plan, prepare and cook residents’ meals from the agreed menu, taking into account personal preferences or recognised dietary requirements.
• Regularly seeking feedback, you’ll monitor their satisfaction with the menu and quality of the food provided.
• Work alongside our Catering Manager and other members of the team to provide residents with healthy, delicious meals
• Maintenance of a system of effective stock rotation and control is paramount, and by doing so, you will manage catering costs within the agreed catering budget.
• Oversee safe and proper use of catering equipment.
• Champion kitchen cleaning procedures and schedules and ensure your kitchen and store areas are clean and hygienic at all times. You will also oversee the completion of all relevant records in relation to food safety.