Head Chef – Care Home, Balanced Hours, Growth & Academy

Barchester Healthcare; Kettering; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Working days with alternate weekends

Up to £500 bonus for Good/Outstanding CQC inspection

Retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Confidential counselling and legal services

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare in Kettering is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a team dedicated to high standards and quality food. You will have the autonomy to create nutritious, flavor-rich menus without long hours, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents.

Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and have experience in team motivation and menu development, with a commitment to using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Opportunities for further skill development through Barchester Chef Academy are available.

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach towards resident wellbeing.
• Experience in leading and inspiring a kitchen team.
• Confidence in engaging with residents and creating nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to high standards.
• Develop menus tailored to residents' needs.
• Ensure fresh produce for quality dishes.

Skills

Leadership and motivation

Engagement with residents

Fresh seasonal food handling

Menu development

Understanding of HACCP and COSHH

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare in Kettering is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a team dedicated to high standards and quality food. You will have the autonomy to create nutritious, flavor-rich menus without long hours, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents.

Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and have experience in team motivation and menu development, with a commitment to using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Opportunities for further skill development through Barchester Chef Academy are available.