Head Chef

Aria Care; Walstead; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The role offers 40 hours per week with alternate weekends. Ideal candidates should have strong culinary skills and a passion for high-quality hospitality. This position provides a supportive environment with opportunities for mentorship within a chef academy.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in creating nutritious meals.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team.
• Understanding of high-level hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare fresh meals for residents.
• Lead by example in the kitchen.
• Train and mentor team members.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

About the Home

• Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
• 41 bedded Residential care Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• 40 hours per week - Alternate weekends required - working 4 days per week - 7am- 5pm
• £16.00 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for highly skilled chefs to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!