Head Chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Uttlesford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations, design nutritious menus, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with food safety regulations and promote team development. This position offers rewarding career opportunities and excellent training.

Benefits

Career development and training

Flexible working hours

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to create nutritious and diet-sensitive meals.
• Strong team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team operations.
• Design and plan menus.
• Manage stock control and food costs.
• Ensure compliance with health and food safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu design

Food Safety compliance

Creativity in meal preparation

Job description

Are you a chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce? Used to leading teams? Looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Then join Care UK, a multi award-winning care provider as a Head Chef.

The Role


Leading the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation
Develop nutritious and diet sensitive meals for residents and their requirements
Menu design and planning
Managing stock control and adhering to food cost guidelines
Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen
Training, supervising, and developing a team to help them make the most of their potential


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family


Alternate weekend and social friendly working hours
Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements* (*where applicable)
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Wellbeing support
Wagestream- access your wages at any time


Career Development

We have our own Catering Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new Catering Staff and we will give you all that’s needed to have a successful career as a Chef with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.

We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.