Regional Chef

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

Job summary

A care service provider in Fishcross, Scotland, is seeking a Regional Head Chef to lead meal preparation for residents. This position requires a skilled chef with experience in healthcare catering, capable of mentoring a team and producing high-quality meals. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £15, along with benefits such as discounts and awards. Ideal candidates have a strong leadership background and a passion for quality food.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef with a proven track record.
• Strong understanding of healthcare catering.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs in meal preparation and delivery.
• Create diverse and high-quality meals for residents.
• Mentor team members and showcase high-level hospitality.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu creation

Catering in healthcare

Job description

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

Main duties of the job

As the Regional Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team of chefs in the preparation and delivery of high-quality, diverse meals for the residents. Your creative flair and passion for using the best fresh ingredients will be essential in showcasing your hospitality skills and mentoring your team. The role involves straight shifts, with no evening work, and you will receive a fully supported induction to the technical skills required in the healthcare setting. This is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in Scotland, with a focus on delivering exceptional care and support to its residents. The company is committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and develop their skills. Aria Healthcare values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, making it an ideal workplace for those who share these values.

Job responsibilities

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 our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our 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 for the Regional Chef role 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 also essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.