Head Chef

Meridian Business Support Ltd; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Training and development opportunities

Pension scheme and paid annual leave

Job summary

Meridian Business Support Ltd is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen in a care home in Knutsford. You will plan menus, ensure nutritious meals, and supervise the kitchen team to meet residents' dietary needs with high hygiene standards.

The role offers opportunities for ongoing training and development within a supportive environment and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Head Chef or Senior Chef experience required.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Experience managing and training kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare high-quality meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Create varied and nutritious menus.
• Lead and supervise the kitchen team.
• Manage stock, food orders, and kitchen budgets.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness.
• Minimise food waste and maintain an organised kitchen.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Kitchen leadership

Stock management

Menu planning

Team supervision

Dietary needs awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Catering

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Head Chef - Care Home

Location - Knutsford, Cheshire

We are looking for an experienced and passionateHead Chefto lead the kitchen in our care home and provide fresh, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare high-quality meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences
• Create varied and nutritious menus
• Lead and supervise the kitchen team
• Manage stock, food orders, and kitchen budgets
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness
• Minimise food waste and maintain an organised kitchen

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations
• Experience managing and training kitchen staff
• Understanding of special diets and nutritional requirements
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent (desirable)
• Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme and paid annual leave