Head Chef & Catering Lead for New Nursing Home

Ethos Care Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided on duty

Free uniform and parking

Employee referral bonus €1,000

Job summary

Tolka Valley Nursing Home is opening soon and seeks an experienced Catering Supervisor / Head Chef to lead our kitchen from day one, delivering nutritious, freshly prepared meals and a dining experience aligned with each resident’s preferences.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop menus, uphold HACCP standards, manage orders and budgets, and ensure safe, compliant service in a caring, resident-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, Catering Supervisor or in a similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Experience in healthcare, nursing home or institutional catering is desirable.
• Good organisational, leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of nutrition, modified diets and the needs of older people.
• A genuine passion for preparing quality food and making a difference to residents' daily lives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and supervise the catering team.
• Develop nutritious, varied menus tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets.
• Create an enjoyable, person-centred dining experience for residents.
• Ensure compliance with food safety requirements and support audits.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Tolka Valley Nursing Home is opening soon and seeks an experienced Catering Supervisor / Head Chef to lead our kitchen from day one, delivering nutritious, freshly prepared meals and a dining experience aligned with each resident’s preferences.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop menus, uphold HACCP standards, manage orders and budgets, and ensure safe, compliant service in a caring, resident-focused environment.