Head Chef: Lead a Care Home Kitchen with Balance

Amica Care Trust; West Down; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Early access wage scheme

Long Service Awards

£200 Refer a Friend bonus

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Amica Care Trust in Exmouth is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Exmouth House. You will design nutritious menus, manage the catering team and ensure meals meet high safety and quality standards for residents.

This permanent role offers a very competitive salary, 37 hours per week, and the opportunity to create meaningful dining experiences while maintaining a good work-life balance. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a care or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Passion for high-quality meals and excellent resident service.
• A caring, people-focused approach to staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• As Head Chef, lead the catering team and design nutritious menus for residents.
• Maintain high food safety standards and quality control across meals.
• Deliver consistent, balanced and appealing dining experiences for residents.
• Develop and mentor kitchen staff and foster a positive team culture.

Skills

Lead kitchen team

Food hygiene and safety

Quality food and customer service

Caring, people-focused approach

Job description

Amica Care Trust in Exmouth is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Exmouth House. You will design nutritious menus, manage the catering team and ensure meals meet high safety and quality standards for residents.

This permanent role offers a very competitive salary, 37 hours per week, and the opportunity to create meaningful dining experiences while maintaining a good work-life balance. Training and development opportunities are provided.