Head Chef - Low Furlong - Shipston-on-Stour

TN United Kingdom; Shipston-on-Stour; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in elderly care is seeking a passionate Head Chef to elevate their culinary standards. This role offers the chance to create balanced menus while working in a supportive environment that values quality care. With full autonomy over menu creation, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents. If you are a motivated chef with a commitment to high standards and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts through various schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant catering experience is essential for this role.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen stock and train staff on dish specifications.
• Ensure food safety and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Catering Experience

Food Hygiene Certificate

Leadership Skills

Menu Writing and Planning

Knowledge of Dietary Requirements

Effective Communication

Education

Intermediate/Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Head Chef - Low Furlong - Shipston-on-Stour, Shipston-on-Stour

Client:

Runwood Homes

Location:

Shipston-on-Stour, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

Job Views:

12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week, every other weekend

Runwood Homes is one of the UK’s largest residential elderly care providers, recently ranked in the top 20 care home groups in the UK. The group operates 76 homes across England and Northern Ireland under three brands: Runwood Senior Living, Sanders Senior Living, and Kathryn Homes (Northern Ireland only).

We invest heavily in training programs at all levels. Our reputation for providing innovative dementia care continues to grow.

We are recruiting a Head Chef to join our Hospitality team. This role offers the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long hours. You will have full autonomy to create nutritious, flavorful, and balanced menus, involving residents in menu creation. We seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs committed to high standards and quality, delivering person-centered hospitality to our residents. At Runwood Homes, we foster an open, honest, and supportive environment where quality of care is paramount.

Key responsibilities:

• Work within the company budget.
• Train kitchen staff on dish specifications and budget control.
• Manage kitchen stock.
• Inspire and motivate the team to meet food standards and satisfy residents.
• Lead by example, setting standards and pace.
• Meet monthly with management to ensure dietary requirements are met.
• Train and develop staff to exceed residents’ expectations.
• Ensure all food is cooked to a safe temperature and taste-tested before serving.
• Ensure food storage complies with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain kitchen standards as per audits.
• Implement and adhere to the company’s Health and Safety policies, including staff training.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Relevant catering experience.
• Intermediate/Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Knowledge of equipment handling, including knives.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience achieving food margins.
• Understanding of H.A.C.C.P. protocols and documentation.
• Menu writing, planning, and costing skills.
• Experience with system compliance and standards delivery.
• Team player mindset.
• Knowledge of dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Interest in working within a caring environment.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Satisfactory police check and ISA list clearance (if applicable).
• Basic understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Experience with nutritional information (desirable).

We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme, discounts through various schemes, and other benefits.