Head Chef - Care Home Kitchen & Team Leader

Ashbourne Court Care Home; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Comprehensive induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Free Chefs Whites and DBS

Job summary

Ashbourne Court Care Home is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen and craft nourishing meals for our elderly residents. You will design varied menus, supervise the catering team, and ensure meals meet nutritional and dietary requirements while maintaining high standards.

This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for development, a comprehensive induction, DBS clearance, and ongoing training in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Recent experience cooking for large numbers in a commercial setting.
• Previously managed and motivated a catering team.
• Experience providing food for people with special dietary requirements.
• Flexible, able to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Design a varied menu reflecting residents' tastes and nutritional needs.
• Lead and support the kitchen team to ensure high-quality mealtimes.
• Maintain the highest food standards and hygiene practices.
• Mentor and supervise kitchen staff, training and directing the team.
• Support, training and directing the kitchen team in safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Assist the General Manager in developing and managing resources within the department.

Skills

Cooking for large numbers

Team leadership

Dietary requirements

Flexibility

Job description

Ashbourne Court Care Home is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen and craft nourishing meals for our elderly residents. You will design varied menus, supervise the catering team, and ensure meals meet nutritional and dietary requirements while maintaining high standards.

This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for development, a comprehensive induction, DBS clearance, and ongoing training in a supportive environment.