Regional Chef

Jupiter Recruitment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a talented Regional Chef to oversee culinary operations in care homes across Bournemouth. Responsibilities include developing tailored menus, training kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have extensive chef experience in healthcare settings and hold an NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery. This permanent full-time role offers a salary of £15.00 per hour and includes various employee benefits.

Benefits

Commuting mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive induction and training programme

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Scheme

Full DBS disclosure coverage

Pension

Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in care homes, healthcare, or similar environments.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal menus tailored to residents' needs.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure kitchen efficiency.
• Train and support kitchen staff on hygiene and safety compliance.
• Monitor food safety regulations and address issues promptly.
• Manage budgets and source high-quality ingredients.
• Engage with residents for feedback on menus.

Skills

Extensive experience as a chef

Strong understanding of dietary requirements

Proven leadership skills

Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Ability to work under pressure

Collaborate with suppliers

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Job description

Overview

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Regional Chef to take charge of culinary operations across several care homes in the Bournemouth area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal menus that are nutritious, varied, and tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure kitchens operate efficiently and meet quality standards
• Train and support kitchen staff in food preparation, hygiene, and safety compliance
• Monitor food safety regulations, perform audits, and address complaints or issues promptly
• Manage budgets, minimise waste, and source high-quality ingredients from approved suppliers

Qualifications

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery.

• Extensive experience as a chef, ideally in care homes, healthcare, or similar environments
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements, including allergens, fortified diets, and dysphagia management
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and training teams
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Conduct regular kitchen audits to uphold consistency and quality
• Manage budgets, control costs, and minimise food waste
• Collaborate with suppliers to source high-quality, cost-effective ingredients
• Engage with residents and staff to gather feedback and adapt menus accordingly
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly within the region

Salary and Benefits

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of £15.00 per hour and an annual salary of £31,200 per annum. This is a permanent full-time role for 40 hours a week, usually on day shifts.

• Commuting mileage will be reimbursed
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• We'll pay for your full DBS disclosure
• Pension
• Holiday Allowance

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on #removed# or send your CV