Head Chef
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Job Description
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Head ChefHours a Week Alternate Weekends Care Home for Older Adults
Bring comfort creativity and care to every plate.
Our client a warm and welcoming small care home for older adults is looking for a dedicated Head Chef to lead their kitchen with passion purpose and a genuine love for cooking. This is more than just a job its a chance to make a daily difference in peoples lives through nutritious delicious meals tailored to individual needs.
If youre an experienced chef with a background in care homes and a strong understanding of special diets food textures and allergies this could be your perfect next step.
What Were Looking For:
- Proven experience as a chef in a care home or similar setting.
- Sound knowledge of dietary needs related to age health conditions allergies and food textures.
- A Level 2 (or higher) Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Compassionate flexible and respectful of residents dignity and choices.
- A genuine passion for food and the wellbeing of older people.
Perks and Benefits:
- Blue Light Card discounts in shops restaurants and more
- Company pension scheme to support your future
- Access to internal training and career progression opportunities
- Long service awards to celebrate your commitment
- Staff recognition schemes your work wont go unnoticed
- Employee benefits portal with discounts and wellbeing support
What Youll Be Doing:
- Leading the day-to-day running of the kitchen ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Preparing and cooking well-balanced meals for older adults including modified textures and allergen-friendly options.
- Designing seasonal menus that reflect residents tastes and nutritional needs.
- Managing stock ordering supplies and maintaining kitchen budgets.
- Collaborating closely with care staff to understand individual dietary requirements and preferences.
- Supporting training and inspiring kitchen assistants where needed.
- Creating a warm mealtime experience that feels like home.
Reference: WILL143430/JR (MW)
INDACC
Employment Type
Full-Time
