Head Chef

Runwood Care Homes; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Preston is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their Hospitality team. In this role, you will create high-quality, nutritious meals while having full autonomy over menu development. You'll work directly with residents to ensure their preferences are included in the menu. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and various benefits.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Free DBS Check and uniform

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef in a hospitality setting.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality food and service.
• Ability to create balanced and nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals.
• Create nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus.
• Liaise with residents for menu creation.

Skills

Menu creation

Hospitality

Nutritional knowledge

Job description

Head Chef

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Care Home: Elizabeth House

Hours per week: 35 (4 days per week) / Alternative weekends

Salary: £15.50 to £16 an hour

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Head Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals without the split shifts and long hours. Our Head Chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, whilst liaising with residents to ensure they are involved in the menu creations. We are looking for a warm, motivated, and passionate Head Chef who is driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person-centred hospitality to our residents.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care