Head Cook — Lead Care Home Kitchen (37h, On-site)

Excelcare; Maldon; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 24.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

28 Days holiday including bank holiday

Free on-site parking

Pay boost on bank holidays

Refer a Friend Scheme £500

DBS certificate paid by Excelcare

Funded qualifications via Apprentices'

Paid uniform

Employee of the month £100

Team appreciation week

Blue Light Card discounts

Resumo da vaga

Excelcare is seeking an experienced Head Cook for Longfield Care Home in Maldon, Essex. You will lead the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals, plan menus and ensure dietary needs are met while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

You will work 37 hours per week with typical shifts 8am–4pm and alternate weekends, contributing to compassionate care and meaningful activity for residents.

Qualificações

• Experience cooking for large numbers in a care/home setting.
• 2 years’ catering experience.
• 12 months of kitchen management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents using fresh ingredients.
• Plan weekly menus considering dietary requirements.
• Order stock with budget guidance.
• Ensure health & safety and food hygiene standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and assist with training.
• Promote independence, dignity and respect through meal experiences.

Conhecimentos

Large-volume cooking

Interpersonal skills

Formação

NVQ Level 2 in catering and hospitality

Descrição da vaga

Excelcare is seeking an experienced Head Cook for Longfield Care Home in Maldon, Essex. You will lead the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals, plan menus and ensure dietary needs are met while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

You will work 37 hours per week with typical shifts 8am–4pm and alternate weekends, contributing to compassionate care and meaningful activity for residents.