Head Chef - Care Home: Balanced Hours, Fresh Menus

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Grantham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Grantham seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead a kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience with fresh seasonal food, a solid understanding of nutrition, and the ability to motivate and develop a team. Responsibilities include menu development, ensuring high standards of food quality, and maintaining a welcoming environment for residents. This position offers a chance to create nutritious, flavorful dishes without the stress of split shifts and long hours.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500 for good inspections

Unlimited access to retail and leisure discounts

Options for counselling and legal services

Qualifications

• Experience in leading, motivating, and inspiring a team.
• Good understanding of nutrition to create appetising menus.
• Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Tailor menu development around residents' preferences.
• Deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Confidence engaging with residents

Understanding of HACCP and COSHH

Menu development

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Grantham seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead a kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience with fresh seasonal food, a solid understanding of nutrition, and the ability to motivate and develop a team. Responsibilities include menu development, ensuring high standards of food quality, and maintaining a welcoming environment for residents. This position offers a chance to create nutritious, flavorful dishes without the stress of split shifts and long hours.