Head Chef

Silkwood Rose; Milford; Vor Ort; GBP 19.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Paid training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Free uniform

DBS fee refunded

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Access to on-demand pay

Zusammenfassung

Silkwood Rose Care Home is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our catering team and deliver nutritious, enjoyable meals for residents. You will plan menus, manage the kitchen, uphold hygiene standards and work closely with residents, families and the care team to meet dietary needs.

You will guide a small kitchen team, ensure safety and quality, control budgets and stock, and maintain a welcoming dining experience.

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a care/hospitality setting.
• Must hold a valid Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience preparing meals for varied dietary, nutritional and cultural needs.
• Experience managing stock, food budgets and kitchen resources.

Aufgaben

• Plan, prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals meeting residents’ dietary and cultural needs.
• Create varied, seasonal menus that promote health and resident choice.
• Lead, motivate and support the catering team to high standards of food quality and service.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations ensuring safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control for an exceptional dining experience.
• Manage stock ordering, rotation and budgets while minimising waste.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and safety policies.
• Maintain accurate food safety records and kitchen documentation.
• Liaise with residents and families to meet individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality ingredients.

Kenntnisse

Kitchen leadership

Food hygiene - HACCP COSHH

Menu planning & nutrition

Stock & budget management

Organisation & time management

Care home catering experience

Team development

Ausbildung

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Jobbeschreibung

Head Chef

Job Summary

Silkwood Rose Care Home is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Head Chef to lead our catering team.

As our Head Chef, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the health, wellbeing and quality of life of our residents by creating delicious, nutritious meals that people genuinely look forward to. Leading a small kitchen team, you'll ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and service while creating a welcoming dining experience tailored to each resident's individual needs and preferences.

If you're passionate about great food, leadership and making a real difference through exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

We can offer a full time role, 38 hours per week and a competitive rate of £17.00 per hour.

About the Role

As our Head Chef, you will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements.
• Create varied and seasonal menus that promote health, wellbeing and resident choice.
• Lead, motivate and support the catering team, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality and service.
• Manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring it runs safely, efficiently and effectively.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Manage stock ordering, stock rotation and food budgets while minimising waste.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH, Health & Safety and company policies.
• Maintain accurate food safety records, temperature checks and kitchen documentation.
• Liaise with residents, families and the wider care team to ensure individual dietary needs and preferences are met.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients.
• Promote a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen environment while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or in a senior catering role.
• Holds a Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Has a strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety requirements.
• Has experience preparing meals for people with a range of dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements.
• Has experience managing stock, food budgets and kitchen resources effectively.
• Is confident leading, motivating and developing a kitchen team.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and time management skills.
• Has previous experience working within a care home, healthcare or hospitality setting (desirable).
• Is passionate about delivering exceptional food and creating a positive dining experience for residents.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our growing organisation.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Free uniform.
• Paid mandatory training.
• DBS fee refunded.
• Annual leave equivalent to 5.6 weeks (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free Blue Light Card.
• Access to on-demand pay and savings through our financial wellbeing app.