Head Chef - Lead Kitchen for Luxury Care Home

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Chef for Beaconsfield Care Home in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. You will lead a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents, while managing budget and compliance.

The role requires at least two years of experience managing a culinary team in care or hospitality, a catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ), and a passion for delivering excellent dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Two years experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors.
• Catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ.
• Demonstrate budgeting capability.
• Commitment to high-quality culinary standards for residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced meals within budget.
• Prepare modified diets that are appealing and IDDSI-compliant.
• Place food orders with approved suppliers and manage stock within budget.
• Supervise kitchen staff and provide training as needed.
• Ensure safe systems of work and compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Food safety

Education

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

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Chef for Beaconsfield Care Home in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. You will lead a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents, while managing budget and compliance.

The role requires at least two years of experience managing a culinary team in care or hospitality, a catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ), and a passion for delivering excellent dining experiences.