Peripatetic Culinary Lead

JR United Kingdom; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the culinary sector seeks a Peripatetic Culinary Lead to enhance dining experiences in care homes across Somerset. This role involves menu design, staff training, and ensuring high food hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a passion for cooking.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team or managing a kitchen.
• Willingness to travel between homes in the Somerset region.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals that meet nutritional needs.
• Support kitchen teams and share knowledge.
• Design and cost menus in partnership with local teams.
• Deliver training in food hygiene to care staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

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Client:

beBee Careers

Location:

weston-super-mare, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

About You:

We're looking for a skilled chef who is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences. As a Peripatetic Chef, you will have the opportunity to work in multiple kitchens, bringing fresh energy and leadership to our care homes across Somerset.

You will be responsible for designing and costing menus, mentoring kitchen staff, and delivering training in food hygiene. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to make a difference in people's lives, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare high-quality meals that meet nutritional needs while offering taste, variety, and visual appeal.
• SUPPORT kitchen teams, share knowledge, and help embed excellence across every home.
• Design and cost menus in partnership with local teams, ensuring every home offers a diverse, appealing and compliant menu.
• Deliver training in food hygiene to care staff and ensure safe, consistent practices are followed.

Requirements:

• City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent (or be working towards it).
• Experience supervising a team or managing a kitchen.
• A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel between homes in the Somerset region.