Regional Chef

NHS; Alloa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Regional Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. This permanent role involves leading a team of chefs, showcasing high standards of hospitality, and working straight shifts with no evenings. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in catering within healthcare settings. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15 and a Blue Light Discount Card among other benefits.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday and days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef leading a team.
• Strong understanding of creating high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs to prepare diverse meals.
• Mentor the team and showcase high standards of hospitality.
• Participate in a supported induction to learn technical skills.

Skills

Team leadership

High-quality meal preparation

Catering in healthcare environments

Job description

Job overview

Regional Chef at Aria Healthcare's Marchglen Care Centre in Fishcross, Scotland. This is a permanent Head Chef role to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15 and benefits including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, and long service awards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs in the preparation and delivery of high-quality, diverse meals for residents.
• Use creative flair and high standards to showcase hospitality and mentor the team.
• Work with straight shifts, with no evening work, and participate in a fully supported induction to the technical skills required in the healthcare setting.

There is also a focus on being part of a diverse and inclusive organisation that values learning from each other\'s cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

About the Home

• Marchglen Care Centre, Alloa, FK10 3GN.
• 37 Bedded Learning Disability, Dementia & Nursing Home
• Rated 8.3 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Regional Head Chef
• Experienced Head Chef to cover across our homes in Scotland Area
• £15 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for residents using the best fresh ingredients. You will lead by example, mentor your team, and have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts with no evenings. A fully supported induction will showcase the technical skills required in healthcare, with opportunities to mentor teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you. It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification – Qualifications

• The successful candidate should have extensive experience as a Head Chef, with a proven track record of leading a team and creating high-quality, nutritious meals. A strong understanding of healthcare catering and the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: Aria Care

Address: Aria Healthcare, Fishcross, FK10 3GN