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Head Chef 34500 Care Home
Salary: 34500 per annum Day Shifts Pension Training Free Parking
A welcoming and highly regarded care home for older adults is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. The home provides nursing and dementia care in a bright homely environment and is proud to serve nutritious freshly prepared meals that enhance residents health and wellbeing.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef who wants to bring creativity leadership and care to a role with real purpose. Youll have the autonomy to design seasonal menus and lead a supportive team in delivering high-quality meals in a calm well-equipped kitchen.
As Head Chef youll be responsible for the planning preparation and service of wholesome meals tailored to the nutritional needs and preferences of older adultsincluding those living with dementia.
Youll work closely with the care and management team to ensure mealtimes are enjoyable inclusive and support overall wellbeing.
What Youll Need
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a care home hospitality or contract catering setting
- Strong knowledge of dietary needs allergens and nutrition especially for older adults
- A passion for home-style flavourful cooking using fresh ingredients
- Excellent leadership organisation and team management skills
- Relevant Food Hygiene & Health & Safety certifications
Whats on Offer
- 34500 per annum competitive salary for full-time hours
- Company pension scheme
- Training and development to support your growth
- Free onsite parking
- Daytime hours work/life balance in a respectful and supportive workplace
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in residents daily lives
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
- Create seasonal menus that are nutritious appealing and meet residents individual dietary needs
- Oversee food preparation presentation portion control and hygiene standards
- Order supplies and manage kitchen budgets effectively
- Maintain food safety standards in line with current legislation
- Work collaboratively with care staff to support person-centred dining experiences
- Supervise train and support the kitchen team
Reference: WILL152066/JR
INDACC
Employment Type
Full-Time
