Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Budgeting

Gold Care Homes; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Care Homes is seeking a passionate and competent Chef to join our team. You’ll oversee everything in the kitchen, from food prep to final plating, ensuring high-quality dishes for residents and guests.

You’ll manage the budget and stock, with strong organizational skills to stay calm under pressure in a busy kitchen. The role requires 2+ years of chef experience, a culinary arts degree preferred, and licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Chef.
• Degree in culinary arts preferred.
• Licensure from the FDA as applicable.
• Excellent multitasking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Superb attention to detail.
• Strong creativity when creating menus.
• Budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, and cleanup
• Manage kitchen staff by delegating tasks
• Hire and train all kitchen staff members
• Ensure all kitchen staff adhere to food safety and hygiene guidelines
• Create menus that appeal to customers, including special seasonal menus
• Work alongside restaurant management to price menu items
• Provide feedback on food preparation and presentation
• Inspect food items to ensure quality
• Monitor inventory and workshop ways to reduce food spoilage
• Inspect and maintain kitchen equipment, scheduling repairs when required
• Collaborate with restaurant management to ensure goals are being met

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Creativity in menu design

Budget management

Education

Degree in culinary arts

Job description

Gold Care Homes is seeking a passionate and competent Chef to join our team. You’ll oversee everything in the kitchen, from food prep to final plating, ensuring high-quality dishes for residents and guests.

You’ll manage the budget and stock, with strong organizational skills to stay calm under pressure in a busy kitchen. The role requires 2+ years of chef experience, a culinary arts degree preferred, and licensure where applicable.