Chef

Meridian Business Support; Campsea Ashe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Campsea Ashe is seeking a motivated Chef to deliver nutritious meals to residents. The role involves managing kitchen staff, menu planning, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You must have proven experience in a similar setting, preferably with a culinary degree, and strong leadership skills. This position requires a commitment to providing high-quality dining experiences and catering to dietary requirements, as well as the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment providing nutritious meals.
• Ability to oversee food preparation, menu planning, and staff training.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and special dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen staff and oversee food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Cultivate a positive dining atmosphere for residents.

Skills

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure

Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Chef

£10 per hour - Full time hours

Nursing Home based role

Woodbridge, Suffolk

As a 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.

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 2/3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.