Head Chef - Specialist Care Kitchen Leader

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Derbyshire is looking for an experienced Specialist Head Chef dedicated to providing high-quality food in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen staff, ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations, and work collaboratively with healthcare teams. This role offers a competitive salary of £17.82 per hour with opportunities for career progression and employee benefits such as a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Employee discount savings

Qualifications

• A skilled chef with experience in the care sector.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience in stock ordering and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients' nutritional needs.
• Order food supplies, plan, and review menus.
• Prepare, cook, and serve food to high standards.

Skills

Experience in kitchen management

Stock ordering

Menu planning

Excellent communication skills

Education

Advanced food hygiene certificate

Job description

A healthcare provider in Derbyshire is looking for an experienced Specialist Head Chef dedicated to providing high-quality food in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen staff, ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations, and work collaboratively with healthcare teams. This role offers a competitive salary of £17.82 per hour with opportunities for career progression and employee benefits such as a pension scheme and employee discounts.