At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team and create delicious, nutritious meals for residents.
- Company: Combe Hay Residential Home, dedicated to quality care and dining experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company pension, free food, and on-site parking.
- Other info: Join a caring environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives through your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Head Chef or similar role with strong cooking and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 23712 - 23712 £ per year.
Combe Hay Residential Home is seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef who is passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals while overseeing the day-to-day management of the kitchen.
The successful candidate will combine hands-on cooking with effective kitchen leadership, ensuring residents receive high-quality meals and an enjoyable dining experience every day.
Duties
- Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals, snacks, and desserts for residents.
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
- Plan varied and balanced menus that meet residents' nutritional needs and preferences.
- Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies, and texture-modified diets.
- Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships.
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and within budget.
- Supervise, support, and develop kitchen staff.
- Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
- Ensure compliance with all Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Care Home regulations.
- Support special events, celebrations, and themed dining activities within the home.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Chef, Chef Manager, or similar leadership role is essential.
- Strong cooking skills with a passion for producing fresh, nutritious meals.
- Experience managing a kitchen team and overseeing kitchen operations.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, and dietary requirements.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions confidently.
- A positive, caring, and resident-focused approach.
Pay: £23,712.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Head Chef In Training employer: Combe Hay Residential Home
Combe Hay Residential Home is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of both its residents and staff. With a strong focus on nurturing talent, the Head Chef In Training role offers a supportive work culture where creativity in meal preparation is encouraged, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Located in a caring environment, employees enjoy benefits such as a company pension, discounted meals, and convenient on-site parking, making it a rewarding place to build a fulfilling career.
Contact Details:
Combe Hay Residential Home Recruitment Team
