Head Chef: Caring Care Home Kitchen Leader

Avery Healthcare; Bushey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Chef for Elton House Care Home in Watford. You will lead a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents within budget, while maintaining high standards of food safety and service.

The role requires two years of team management in care or hospitality, a City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ, and eligibility to work in the UK. DBS check will be completed as part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience managing a culinary team in care or hospitality.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality meals within budget and deadlines.
• Experience with diet-modified menus and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff and hosts team.
• Prepare nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents.
• Place and manage food orders within budget and stock controls.
• Ensure safety systems and risk assessments are followed.

Skills

Team management

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Chef for Elton House Care Home in Watford. You will lead a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents within budget, while maintaining high standards of food safety and service.

The role requires two years of team management in care or hospitality, a City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ, and eligibility to work in the UK. DBS check will be completed as part of the recruitment process.