At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team and create delicious meals in a care home setting.
- Company: Supportive care home with a dynamic culinary team.
- Benefits: Earn £18.00-£25.00 per hour and enjoy enhanced DBS coverage.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for creativity and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives through your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in food production and strong leadership abilities required.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Chef to join our dynamic culinary team in a care home setting in Norwich, Wymondham, Attleborough, Dereham, and the surrounding Norfolk areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.
This Head Chef role offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional with leadership skills to contribute to a healthcare setting, playing a pivotal role in maintaining food safety standards and delivering exceptional service to residents.
Duties
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring efficient food production and service delivery
- Prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes according to organisational standards and client specifications
- Oversee food safety practices, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in line with health regulations
- Coordinate with clients to meet specific culinary requirements
- Ensure all food preparation adheres to organisational recipes and presentation standards
- Maintain a positive working environment that promotes teamwork and high performance
Qualifications
- Proven experience in food production, cooking, or hospitality roles, preferably within restaurant or catering environments
- Level 3 Food Safety required
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hygiene and sanitation
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Competence in team management, motivating staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment
- Good understanding of culinary techniques across various cuisines
- Previous experience in hospitality or restaurant sectors is highly desirable
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
This role offers an engaging environment for culinary professionals eager to showcase their skills while leading teams towards excellence. We value dedication, creativity, and professionalism in our team members.
Work Location: In person, Norwich and surrounding areas
Head Chef - Care Home in King's Lynn employer: Advantage Angels Ltd
Advantage Angels is an exceptional employer for culinary professionals, offering flexible work opportunities across various healthcare settings throughout the UK. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, creativity, and professional growth, we provide our Agency Chefs with the chance to lead kitchen teams while ensuring high-quality meal delivery. Our supportive work culture and commitment to food safety standards make us a rewarding place to develop your culinary career.
