Chefs - East Yorkshire

vengo GmbH; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care organisation in East Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead a kitchen team and prepare nutritious meals for care home residents. Responsibilities include meal planning, staff leadership, and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met. Ideal candidates will have experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef and a caring approach to food service.

Benefits

Stable work schedule

Supportive kitchen environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements in care settings.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 (or willingness to obtain).
• Enhanced Adult & Child DBS Certificate dated within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
• Leading and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our dedicated team providing nutritious, delicious, and comforting meals to residents in care homes across East Yorkshire.

• Location: Various Care Homes across East Yorkshire
• Position: Head Chef
• Salary: £16ph Midweek £19ph Weekends
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference in the lives of older adults
• Lead a supportive kitchen team in a rewarding environment
• Enjoy a stable work schedule with no late-night shifts
• Be part of a growing organisation that values quality and care
  
  

Your Role

As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for:

• Planning and preparing nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs
• Leading and mentoring kitchen staff
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Managing kitchen budgets and stock control
• Creating seasonal menus that bring joy and comfort
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
• Knowledge of dietary requirements in care settings (e.g., soft diets, diabetic-friendly meals)
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 (or willingness to obtain)
• A caring and compassionate approach to food service
• An Enhanced Adult & Child DBS Certificate dated within the last 2 years or on the Update Service
  
  

Ready to bring warmth and flavour to our care homes?

Apply today and help us serve up comfort, dignity, and joy-one plate at a time.

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