Catering Lead Chef: Menu Innovation & Team Leadership

NHS; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Head Chef to lead a dynamic catering team. The candidate will be responsible for menu creation, staff training, and ensuring high standards of food safety. The ideal applicant will possess supervisory experience and relevant catering qualifications. Join us in making a difference in the quality of food service for our community. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable supervisory experience.
• Demonstrable experience within a catering environment.
• Experience in a similar position oriented towards customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and nutritious meal service to all users.
• Train and mentor catering/kitchen staff.
• Manage food hygiene regulations and health safety policies.

Skills

Ability to use own initiative

Good organisational skills

Ability to motivate and encourage staff

Ability to deal with complaints

Ability to manage, motivate and lead a team

Ability to work well under pressure

Education

706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ grade

Management Certificate or competencies

Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Head Chef to lead a dynamic catering team. The candidate will be responsible for menu creation, staff training, and ensuring high standards of food safety. The ideal applicant will possess supervisory experience and relevant catering qualifications. Join us in making a difference in the quality of food service for our community. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care.