Head Chef

HC-One Ltd.; Horsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead a kitchen team in providing nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs. This role emphasizes kindness and consideration, ensuring that every meal respects cultural preferences and dietary requirements. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a passion for culinary excellence, with a commitment to safeguarding and resident care. Join a supportive environment that values your development and offers numerous benefits, including flexible pay access and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days of annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service for virtual consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery.
• Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals for residents.
• Optimize food stock and budget while prioritizing resident wellbeing.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Culinary Skills

Education

S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality

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 influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our Residents are individuals with their own stories, just like everyone else. Joining HC-One offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

As a Head Chef, you will manage the kitchen team to prepare and serve nutritious, healthy meals that Residents will enjoy. You’ll offer a variety of choices, considering cultural preferences and dietary needs. Whether managing food stock, optimizing your budget, or liaising with support teams on nutrition standards, Resident wellbeing remains your top priority.

HC-One seeks a Head Chef with an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, and knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points. Beyond qualifications, we value your positive energy, ability to connect with people, organizational skills, and attention to detail in following recipes. When communicating with Residents or colleagues, kindness and consideration are essential.

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 seek advice and report concerns appropriately, including escalation if necessary.

We offer full training, providing an excellent opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will have access to a wide range of benefits supporting your physical and mental wellbeing. Throughout your career as a Head Chef, we will invest in your development and offer additional support, including:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing and flexible access to your pay
• Learning and development opportunities with qualification support
• GP online service for 24/7 virtual consultations, available to you and your children under 16
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues within a dedicated team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential support for physical, mental, and financial issues
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme offering up to £1000 per successful referral

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues can be their true selves. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We aim to provide a swift onboarding process from offer to start date.