Care Home Assistant Chef — Menu Planning & Kitchen Lead

Park View Gloucester; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Park View Gloucester in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Assistant Chef to join our care home in central Gloucester. Our kitchen, designed by an award-winning chef, serves as the heart of our home, which provides 24-hour residential and dementia care for up to 102 elderly residents.

In this role, you will assist in menu planning, manage kitchen operations, and help lead the catering team to deliver nutritious, appealing meals while upholding high hygiene standards and a welcoming environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, with a passion for culinary excellence.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs, particularly for the elderly.
• Leadership and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of care and service.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on menu planning to meet diverse dietary needs.
• Manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Lead and support the catering team in delivering exceptional meals.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for both residents and team members.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Nutrition knowledge

Job description

Park View Gloucester in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Assistant Chef to join our care home in central Gloucester. Our kitchen, designed by an award-winning chef, serves as the heart of our home, which provides 24-hour residential and dementia care for up to 102 elderly residents.

In this role, you will assist in menu planning, manage kitchen operations, and help lead the catering team to deliver nutritious, appealing meals while upholding high hygiene standards and a welcoming environment