Head Chef

Agincare; Hewelsfield Common; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Evenings free and every other weekend

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Funded training up to QCF Level 5

Blue Light discounts

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare Rodley House in Gloucestershire is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and prepare nutritious, dietary-aware meals for residents. The role is 24 hours per week, with a main pattern 9am to 3pm, and includes alternate weekends.

You should have professional kitchen experience, ideally as a head chef, and possess knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs. The position offers funding for training up to QCF Level 5, pension, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home.
• Head chef experience desirable.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Head chef experience

IDDSI knowledge

Right to work in UK

Job description

Requirements

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting
• Experience as a head chef is desirable
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• This position is working 24 hours per week, to include alternate weekends
• The main shift pattern will be 9am to 3pm, however flexibility is desirable for this role

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
• Make a positive difference through food and care

Where you'll be working

Care home: Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire Rodley House | Agincare

CQC rating: Good

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country's leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Package Description

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Rodley House as a Head Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents' days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

Benefits

• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay