Job Description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.



So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you!




More about your role



We are looking to recruit a Chef on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head Chef and based in Chapelton your role will be made up of many varying responsibilities including, controlling, and directing the food preparation process, approving, and polishing dished before they reach the customer and managing and working closely with other Chefs, Kitchen Assistant, and front of house staff.



This role has a 40 hour working week, working 5 from 7 days and will include weekends on a rota basis.



For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.



At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.



More about you



You will have previous experience working in a busy kitchen in a food preparation role and have a relevant qualifications and food safety certificates. You'll understand the importance of health and safety in the kitchen and hold the relevant qualifications to further evidence this. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work successfully as part of a team and with homeowners and customers.



The benefits



We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.



We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:


Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly Excellent holiday package Training and development
What's next?



If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk



As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application.



We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.



If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.



Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.



If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.





If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.


Safeguarding


At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.



We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.



By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities