Head Chef

HC-One Ltd.; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a compassionate Head Chef to lead the culinary team. The role involves managing kitchen operations while prioritizing residents' well-being through nutritious meal preparation and adherence to dietary standards. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills in a diverse care environment.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream – flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service for children under 16

Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores

Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support

Recognition schemes for kindness

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen teams.
• Understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals.
• Ensure cultural preferences and dietary requirements are met.
• Liaise with support teams on nutrition standards.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Positive energy

Education

S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

About The Role

In your role as a Head Chef at HC One, you’ll value one thing above all: kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. Joining HC-One offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to those individuals.

As a Head Chef, you will manage the kitchen team to cook and serve nutritious, healthy meals that Residents will love. You’ll provide great choices, considering cultural preferences and dietary requirements. Whether managing food stock, optimizing your budget, or liaising with support teams on nutrition standards, Resident wellbeing will always be your priority.

We are looking for a Head Chef with an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, a minimum Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, and an understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points. Beyond qualifications, we value your positive energy and ability to get along with people. You should be organized, able to plan and prioritize independently, follow recipes accurately, and communicate considerately and kindly with Residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You should recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All staff must attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and undertake additional training as needed. You should also be able to seek advice and report concerns appropriately, escalating actions when necessary.

We’ll provide full training, offering a great opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will enjoy a variety of benefits supporting your physical and psychological well-being, including:

• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream – flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues in a supportive team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We invite applicants from all backgrounds and aim for a quick onboarding process from offer to start date.