Head Chef - Care Home Lead for Healthy, Daytime Meals

Xealthcare Recruitment; Pennington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized care recruitment agency is looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in a well-established nursing home in Pennington. The role offers a competitive salary of £15 per hour for 40 hours weekly, with daytime hours and no late nights. Responsibilities include planning nutritious meals, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess team management skills and a passion for culinary excellence tailored for older adults. This is a fantastic opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Daytime hours

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef, preferably in a care home.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Capability to maintain high standards under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare high-quality meals for residents.
• Manage kitchen operations and food safety compliance.
• Lead and motivate kitchen team to deliver exceptional standards.
• Collaborate with care staff to meet dietary requirements.

Skills

Team management

Food hygiene

Recipe planning

Nutrition knowledge

Job description

A recognized care recruitment agency is looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in a well-established nursing home in Pennington. The role offers a competitive salary of £15 per hour for 40 hours weekly, with daytime hours and no late nights. Responsibilities include planning nutritious meals, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess team management skills and a passion for culinary excellence tailored for older adults. This is a fantastic opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.