Head Chef

Meallmore Ltd; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Meallmore Ltd in Scotland is seeking a Head Chef to lead a caring kitchen team across our dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes. You will organise, plan and prepare meals that are both delicious and suitable for residents’ dietary needs, while upholding the company’s high standards of quality and safety.

The role includes staff training, budget control, menu development and compliance with HACCP and IDDSI where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or similar, ideally in care homes or healthcare.
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs and food allergies.
• Good understanding of HACCP & COSHH.
• Food Safety Level 3 desirable

Responsibilities

• Organise, plan and prepare meals reflecting residents' preferences and dietary requirements.
• Provide guidance and training on textured food options per IDDSI.
• Lead, motivate and upskill kitchen team.
• Comply with quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control.
• Menu development tailored to residents' needs and preferences.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Job description

Head Chef

A little bit about us

Set in the tranquil village Daviot, our home provides personalised care in a peaceful, natural setting. At Meallmore, Scotland’s most trusted care provider, we are dedicated to delivering excellent care in great places to live and work. Be part of a team that respects the dignity and individuality of every resident, enhancing their lives with care and empathy.

Join an award-winning Catering Team of the Year and Scottish Care Nutrition winners.

Are you a passionate chef/cook looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Meallmore is the place to be!

As Head Chef you’ll value one thing above all, kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining Meallmore you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our residents.

Pay

£17.03 per hour +Competitive benefits + overtime rates

Hours -

38 hoursper week

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Organise, plan and prepare meals ensuring that all home cooked food not only looks and tastes delicious but also reflects the preferences and dietary requirements of each resident.

• Provide guidance and training to care teams on understanding and implementing safe and appropriate textured food options for residents, ensuring compliance with dietary standards (e.g., IDDSI).

• Lead, motivate and inspire your kitchen team to develop and upskill

• Comply with industry and Meallmore quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards.

• Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control.

• Menu development, tailoring around resident’s needs, likes and dislikes to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality.

Skills & Requirements

• Experience as Head Chef or similar, ideally in care homes or healthcare preferred.

• A personal and warm approach with a genuine interest of the well being of our residents.

• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs and food allergies.

• Excellent leadership and team management.

• Good understanding of HACCP & COSHH

• Food Safety Level 3 desirable

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).

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