Head Chef - Care Home Kitchen & Menu Leader

Greensleeves Care; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care charity in Buckler's Park is seeking a Head Chef to create varied menus accommodating dietary needs. The role involves controlling kitchen stocks and budgets while ensuring hygiene and safety rules are implemented. Ideal candidates will have relevant food hygiene qualifications and experience in a professional catering environment. This position offers a competitive salary of £16.97 per hour for 40 hours a week, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Length of service awards

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Free learning and development opportunities

Free DBS

Qualifications

• Experience of serving food in a professional environment.
• Understanding of the importance of food for the residents.
• Ability to cater to special occasions and dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Draw up varied menus that cater to dietary needs.
• Control stocks and manage the purchase of kitchen materials.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and safety rules are followed.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Food preparation

Menu planning

Catering for dietary needs

Stock management

Hygiene and safety adherence

Education

Relevant food hygiene qualifications

Job description

A leading care charity in Buckler's Park is seeking a Head Chef to create varied menus accommodating dietary needs. The role involves controlling kitchen stocks and budgets while ensuring hygiene and safety rules are implemented. Ideal candidates will have relevant food hygiene qualifications and experience in a professional catering environment. This position offers a competitive salary of £16.97 per hour for 40 hours a week, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.