Head Chef - Elevate Care Home Dining & Nutrition

NHS; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen operations. In this role, you will inspire your team to deliver nutritious meals, ensuring food safety and compliance while creating welcoming dining experiences for residents. Required qualifications include an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality and a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate. Additionally, you will receive a £1,000 welcome bonus, enhanced DBS support, and various company benefits including a pension scheme and flexible access to pay.

Benefits

£1,000 welcome bonus

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Wagestream access

GP online consultation

Employee Assistance Programme

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a care or residential kitchen setting.
• Good understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen efficiently and oversee stock and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen operations. In this role, you will inspire your team to deliver nutritious meals, ensuring food safety and compliance while creating welcoming dining experiences for residents. Required qualifications include an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality and a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate. Additionally, you will receive a £1,000 welcome bonus, enhanced DBS support, and various company benefits including a pension scheme and flexible access to pay.