Head Chef

Kingsley Home Care Services; Brantford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

In dieser spannenden Rolle als Head Chef in einem führenden Pflegeheim sind Sie verantwortlich für die Zubereitung gesunder und schmackhafter Mahlzeiten für unsere Bewohner. Sie leiten ein engagiertes Küchenteam und stellen sicher, dass alle Gesundheits- und Sicherheitsstandards eingehalten werden. Diese Position bietet Ihnen die Möglichkeit, in einem unterstützenden Umfeld zu arbeiten, das die Entwicklung Ihrer Fähigkeiten fördert. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Gastronomie haben und gerne in einem Team arbeiten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, einen positiven Einfluss auf das Leben der Menschen zu haben.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 3 Jahre Erfahrung in einer ähnlichen Position.
• Kenntnisse in der Menüplanung und Lebensmittelsicherheit.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortlich für die Zubereitung nahrhafter Mahlzeiten für die Bewohner.
• Leitung des Küchenteams und Gewährleistung von Gesundheitsstandards.

Skills

Erfahrung als Head Chef

Culinary degree

Kenntnis der Ernährung

Führungskompetenz

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Teammanagement

Zeitmanagement

Kenntnis der Gesundheits- und Sicherheitsvorschriften

Schulung und Aufsicht des Küchenteams

Flexibilität bei den Arbeitszeiten

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Catering

Job description

About the company

Kingsley Healthcare isn't just a care home group, we are a family where our passionate individuals are changing lives every day. Winners of the 2024 Health Investors Residential Elderly Care Provider of the Year, we are ranked – for the eighth year running! - among the top 20 large UK care home groups (carehome.co.uk) for our exceptional care, and proudly support over 1,500 residents to live in a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment.

We are proud to be ranked No.1 in the UK for our commitment to wellbeing at work (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023) and our sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating, we are also a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring that we reward and value dedication.

We welcome passionate individuals who want to make a difference to our growing family which puts our people and our residents first.

About the role

As a Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations. In addition to cultivating a positive dining atmosphere for residents and catering to their special dietary requirements, this role encompasses crucial responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment.

Reports to: Home Manager

Skills and attributes

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Education and qualification

NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.

What will you gain?

You will have the satisfaction of working with, and being supported by, an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.