Head Chef

NHS; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef for their care home in Haslemere. This role offers the opportunity to create fresh, nutritious meals using the finest ingredients while leading a dedicated team. With a focus on high-level hospitality, you will mentor staff and contribute to a supportive Chef academy. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts and awards, in a diverse and inclusive environment. If you have a flair for creativity in the kitchen and a commitment to quality, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday & Days Out Discounts

Long Service Awards

Recognition Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a head chef role within a care home setting.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Mentor and support catering staff while ensuring high standards.

Skills

Food Safety

Nutritional Cooking

Team Leadership

Creativity in Menu Design

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job summary

The Chestnut View Care Home in Haslemere, Surrey is a 60-bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care home that has been rated 9.5 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk. They are seeking a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for their residents using the best available ingredients. The role offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

The Head Chef will be responsible for leading a team to prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the Chestnut View Care Home. The role involves 40 hours per week, including alternate weekends, with a rate of pay of £16.60 per hour. The successful candidate will have a passion for food and the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. They will also be required to mentor and support their team, and contribute to the home's Chef academy.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company operating the Chestnut View Care Home in Haslemere, Surrey. The home is a 60-bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care facility that has been rated 9.5 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high-quality care and services provided to its residents.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1294670076

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Haslemere

GU27 1LA

Job description Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Chestnut View Care Home,Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

• Head Chef
• 40 hours per week and alternate weekends
• Rate of pay £16.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• 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!

Job description Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Chestnut View Care Home,Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

• Head Chef
• 40 hours per week and alternate weekends
• Rate of pay £16.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• 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!

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• The Head Chef role requires a highly skilled and experienced individual who can demonstrate their expertise in creating fresh, nutritious meals for a care home setting. They should have a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations, as well as the ability to lead and mentor a team of catering staff.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• The Head Chef role requires a highly skilled and experienced individual who can demonstrate their expertise in creating fresh, nutritious meals for a care home setting. They should have a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations, as well as the ability to lead and mentor a team of catering staff.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Haslemere

GU27 1LA

Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Haslemere

GU27 1LA

Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)