Regional Bank Chef: Lead Nutritious Meals Across Homes

Avery Healthcare Group; Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

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Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Regional Bank Chef to support culinary operations across Hertfordshire homes. You will lead a kitchen team, plan nutritionally balanced menus, and manage orders to stay within budget while meeting residents' dietary needs.

The role emphasizes high hygiene standards, staff supervision, and collaboration with Home Managers to deliver appetising meals that enhance residents' wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a busy kitchen and leading a culinary team.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation for food establishments.
• Experience with COSHH and keeping the kitchen to high hygiene standards.
• NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent catering qualifications.
• Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by Home Manager.
• Place food orders with approved suppliers within budget.
• Supervise and direct kitchen staff and the Host team; train unqualified staff.
• Demonstrate safe food handling and hygiene per Avery Food Safety Management system.

Skills

Kitchen management

Health & safety

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ 3 in Food Production

City and Guilds 706-1/706-2 Catering qualifications

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Regional Bank Chef to support culinary operations across Hertfordshire homes. You will lead a kitchen team, plan nutritionally balanced menus, and manage orders to stay within budget while meeting residents' dietary needs.

The role emphasizes high hygiene standards, staff supervision, and collaboration with Home Managers to deliver appetising meals that enhance residents' wellbeing.