Head Chef

HC-One; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One is seeking a compassionate Head Chef for their Shrewsbury location. In this role, you will lead a kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals, catering to residents' dietary needs. You will also manage food stock and budgets while ensuring compliance with nutrition standards. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including training and a company pension.

Benefits

Full training provided

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery required.
• Minimum Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate needed.
• Understanding of HACCP essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen team to serve nutritious meals.
• Ensure compliance with dietary requirements.
• Manage food stock and budgets.

Skills

Positive energy

Organized

Considerate communication

Education

S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery

Minimum Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

HC-One Shrewsbury, England, United Kingdom

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About The Role

In your role as a Head Chef at HC One, you’ll value one thing above all: kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them, with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen team to cook and serve nutritious, healthy meals that Residents will love.
• Provide great choice, considering cultural preferences and dietary requirements.
• Manage food stock and budgets efficiently.
• Liaise with central support teams on nutrition standards compliance.

Qualifications

• S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery.
• Minimum Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).

Skills and Attributes

• Positive energy and ability to get along with people.
• Organized, autonomous, and able to plan and prioritize.
• Follow recipes accurately.
• Considerate and kind communication with Residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding

Recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect. Attend safeguarding training and know how to report concerns.

Benefits

• Full training provided.
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG, free uniform, nutritious meals during shifts.
• Company pension, 28 days annual leave, group life assurance.
• Wagestream for flexible pay access, online GP services, colleague discounts.
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000.

We promote inclusive working practices, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, and aim for quick onboarding from offer to start date.

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About The Company

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare