Chef – Luxury Residential Setting – Tavistock – AV1879B

📍 Tavistock, Devon
💷 £14.40 per hour
🕒 Excellent hours – great work/life balance
🏡 Beautiful countryside setting

We are recruiting on behalf of a luxury residential setting located in Tavistock, set within the picturesque Tamar Valley.

Surrounded by spacious, park-like grounds, this well-appointed residence provides high-quality accommodation and support for individuals in later life. With a warm, professional team and a focus on comfort, dignity, and wellbeing, this is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Chef to join a supportive environment where food plays a central role in residents’ daily enjoyment.

🕒 Hours & Benefits

• Excellent, sociable hours
  • Consistent shifts offering strong work/life balance
  • No late-night finishes
  • £14.40 per hour
  • Supportive working environment

This role offers a refreshing alternative to traditional hospitality hours, making it ideal for chefs seeking stability and a better balance.

🍽 Role Overview

As Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing fresh, high-quality meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. You will manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensure consistently high standards.

🍴 Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, home-cooked meals and desserts
  • Cater for specialist dietary requirements (e.g., modified diets, allergies)
  • Manage ordering, stock control, and kitchen budgets
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
  • Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and safely
  • Contribute to seasonal and themed menu planning

✅ Skills & Experience

• Previous chef experience (healthcare or hospitality desirable)
  • Understanding of nutritional needs for older people
  • Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations
  • Ability to manage a kitchen independently
  • Reliable, organised, and passionate about quality food

🌿 The Environment

The residence offers accommodation across charming traditional and modern purpose-built settings, with beautifully maintained grounds and countryside views. Residents enjoy garden walks, social activities, and freshly prepared meals served daily — making this a rewarding opportunity for a chef who takes pride in creating comforting, nutritious dishes.

If you are seeking a role with excellent hours in a welcoming countryside environment where your cooking can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

📞 To Apply: Contact Lauren on 01789 867181
📧 Email: lauren@avonsearch.co.uk