Head Chef

Avery Healthcare Group; Camberley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Head Chef for Camberley Heights Care Home in Camberley. You will lead a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced meals and manage kitchen operations within budget.

Ideal candidates will have care or hospitality sector experience and hold City & Guilds or NVQ catering qualifications, with a passion for delivering high culinary standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing culinary teams in care or hospitality sectors.
• Catering qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ.
• Passion for delivering high culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced and high-quality meals within budget.
• Prepare modified diets following IDDSI guidance.
• Order food from approved suppliers and manage kitchen staff.
• Uphold safe work practices and personal safety for residents, visitors and staff.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Nutrition knowledge

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We're now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Chef at Camberley Heights Care Home in Camberley.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Head Chef will be to manage and lead a culinary team that provides nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and

High-quality culinary service that contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved within budget.

Other responsibilities will include: Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance., Avery Healthcare is committed to supporting its employees who care for residents, providing a culture of respect, compassion, and commitment to care.

As a Head Chef, your role involves managing a culinary team to deliver high-quality catering services within budget.

You'll prepare balanced modified diets, manage food orders with approved suppliers, and direct kitchen staff.

Safe work practices and personal safety for residents, visitors, and staff are emphasized.

Ideal candidates have experience managing culinary teams in care or hospitality sectors, hold catering qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ, and demonstrate a passion for delivering high culinary standards.

A commitment to Avery's values is essential.

Avery Healthcare operates luxury elderly care homes across the UK, emphasizing enriching the later years of life.

The organization is devoted to creating meaningful experiences for both residents and team members.

With a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery offers exceptional care in over 100 homes.

It aims to build a supportive, inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

Avery's commitment to its staff and residents makes it a preferred choice for many.

It emphasizes respect, support, and exceptional care, encouraging personal growth and development of its employees.