Head Chef – Care Home Kitchen, Fresh, Balanced Menus

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Perth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Head Chef to join their team in Perth. The role offers the chance to deliver hotel-standard cuisine without the split shifts. You will lead a team, create nutritious menus, and ensure high-quality food preparation. The ideal candidate will have a personable approach, relevant qualifications, and experience in fresh food preparation. This position offers a positive work-life balance with benefits including a bonus scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence bonus

Retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in resident wellbeing.
• Ability to create appetising and nutritious menus.
• Experience working with a front of house team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Menu development based on resident preferences.
• Deliver high quality and wholesome dishes.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Team leadership

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Understanding of HACCP and COSHH

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Head Chef to join their team in Perth. The role offers the chance to deliver hotel-standard cuisine without the split shifts. You will lead a team, create nutritious menus, and ensure high-quality food preparation. The ideal candidate will have a personable approach, relevant qualifications, and experience in fresh food preparation. This position offers a positive work-life balance with benefits including a bonus scheme and training opportunities.