Head Chef

NHS; Walstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Walstead is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in creating fresh, nutritious meals. This role involves mentoring chefs and developing menu items using high-quality ingredients. The ideal candidate will have extensive catering experience, strong leadership skills, and creativity. A full induction will be provided, and the role supports a diverse environment with a growth mindset focus.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the catering industry.
• Passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs to prepare and serve healthy meals.
• Develop new menu items using fresh ingredients.
• Mentor and develop the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualifications in culinary arts or hospitality management

Job description

Overview

The Head Chef role at Aria Healthcare in Walstead is a fantastic opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate chef to lead the kitchen team in creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents. With a focus on using the best quality ingredients, the successful candidate will have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality and mentor the team to progress in the organization's Chef Academy.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team of chefs to prepare and serve delicious, healthy meals for the residents of Aria Healthcare. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and develop new menu items using the best fresh ingredients available. The role offers a supported induction to the healthcare sector, as well as the chance to mentor and develop your team. Aria Healthcare is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, and this position would suit someone who is empathetic, respectful, and has a growth mindset.

Job responsibilities

• Head Chef
• £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 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!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate for this Head Chef role will have extensive experience in the catering industry, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Strong leadership skills, creativity, and a keen eye for detail are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Relevant qualifications in culinary arts or hospitality management would be an advantage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.