Head Chef - Care Home

NHS; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500

Refer a Friend scheme up to £500

Access to health and legal services

Staff discounts and lottery

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare in Chipping Norton is looking for a Head Chef to lead a dedicated team. This permanent role comes with a salary of £42,000 per annum and offers a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme.

You will create high-quality nutritious meals, lead the kitchen team, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification.
• Strong leadership skills for team motivation.
• Experience in fresh food preparation and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Develop person-centred menus for residents.
• Manage kitchen performance and stock control.

Skills

Leadership and team motivation

Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Understanding of modified diets

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Main duties of the job

The position available is for a Head Chef at Barchester Healthcare's Care Home in Chipping Norton. The role offers a permanent contract with a salary of £42,000 per annum. Working days and alternate weekends only, spread across 4 to 5 days a week.

Barchester offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 'Rewarding Excellence' bonus, a Refer a Friend scheme, access to discounts, medical specialists, counselling, legal services, and a staff lottery.

Benefits and Rewards

• Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week.
• Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection.
• Refer a Friend scheme earning up to £500 per referral.
• Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts.
• Free access to medical specialists.
• Confidential counselling and legal services.
• Tax Code Review Service.
• Monthly staff lottery.

Qualifications and Experience

• City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Leading, motivating and inspiring a team.
• Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH.
• Knowledge of modified diets using the IDDSI framework.
• Experience with fresh seasonal food and nutrition.
• Experience working with front of house team to ensure high standards.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire a team; develop and upskill where required.
• Menu development tailored around residents to deliver person-centred hospitality.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards.
• Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch.
• Assist front of house team with setting up dining areas.
• Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control.
• Create a warm, efficient and fun environment.
• Ongoing recruitment and retention.
• Manage the performance of the kitchen team and front of house.

About us

Barchester Healthcare prioritises quality and high standards in the care sector. Chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus. Staff development is supported through the Barchester Chef Academy and internal Learning and Development team.

Person Specification

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and disclosure checks will be required.