At HC-One, we know how important mealtimes are for those living in our care homes. From a hot cooked breakfast to a comforting evening meal, food in our care homes is designed to be tasty, nutritious and tailored to individual needs.
Our experienced Chefs prepare fresh meals every day, using quality, locally-sourced ingredients wherever possible. With seasonal menus, daily choices and snacks available throughout the day, residents enjoy variety, familiarity and flavours they love.
Nutritious, balanced meals every day
We create daily menus that offer variety and balance – whether that’s a hearty roast dinner with Yorkshire pudding, a lighter soup and sandwich, or a homemade dessert like apple crumble and custard. Our Chefs also prepare vegetarian and specialist diet options, ensuring everyone has meals that suit their taste, culture, faith or medical needs.
Each mealtime is carefully planned to provide the nutrients and energy older people need, and we design personalised nutrition plans for everyone living in our homes to support each individual’s health and wellbeing.
Mealtimes that feel special
Mealtimes are a chance to relax, enjoy good food and spend time with others. Many residents choose to eat in our dining rooms, with welcoming surroundings and familiar routines to help create a homely, social atmosphere. Others prefer to dine in a quieter space or in their own room – it’s always their choice.
We also celebrate birthdays, seasonal events and special occasions with themed menus, decorations and plenty of cake – because every moment matters.
Involving residents every step of the way
Our Chefs regularly host Taste and Try sessions and food-tasting events, where residents can sample dishes, share feedback and help shape future menus.
We listen to what our residents enjoy, and adapt our menus to include regional favourites, traditional classics, and exciting new ideas.
Celebrating HC-One’s Chef of the Year
July 2025 saw the launch of our first-ever Chef of the Year competition, spotlighting the amazing skills and creativity of our Chef colleagues. Judged by experts including HC-One’s Development Chefs and partners such as E-Foods, Unox and Nestlé, the competition challenged Chefs to create nutritious, delicious dishes to meet residents’ dietary needs — including specialist texture-modified options.
The competition included signature dish submissions, live cook-offs, and a grand final at the grand hotel in York, with finalists competing for a unique culinary prize.
This fantastic new initiative is just part of our commitment to celebrating excellence in care home catering and recognising the dedication of our Chefs in making mealtimes special every day.
Food that supports kind care
Every meal is part of the personalised care we provide. From texture-modified diets to nutritional support, we work closely with residents, families and healthcare professionals to ensure the right food is always available at the right time.
Our food and dining experience is more than just mealtimes – it’s an important part of living well every day in our care homes.
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