Head Chef

Aria Care; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive healthcare provider in Chipping Norton is seeking a skilled Head Chef to create nutritious meals for residents, lead a team, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have culinary expertise and a passion for high-level hospitality. This role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to create nutritious meals catering to diverse dietary needs.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Lead and mentor a team of kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team leadership

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

About the Home

• Tall Trees, Burford Road, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX7 6DB
• 61 Bedded Nursing and Dementia Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 8.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• 40 Hours Per Week (Alternate Weekends)
• £16.20 PH

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!