Head Chef

At Woodlands Care Home we believe that exceptional food is at the heart of outstanding care. We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to make a genuine difference to the daily lives of our residents.
Designing and preparing high-quality, seasonal menus that provide nutritious, balanced, and appetizing meals, with expertise in English traditional meals, centring around roasted meats, root vegetables, and potatoes, often brought together by rich gravies or baked in savoury pastry crusts i.e. Sunday Roasts, Fish and Chips, and savoury meat pies/puddings.
Preparing vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Preparing a variety of desserts and pastries.
Expertly catering to diverse dietary and medical requirements, including modified textures.
Ordering of food in accordance with the budget and seasonal menus.
Leading, mentoring, and scheduling a dedicated kitchen team to build a positive working culture.
Maintaining flawless standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance.
Regularly engaging with residents and families to gather feedback and creating memorable menus for special events.
Proven experience as a Head Chef preferably within a high-quality care home, healthcare, or premium hospitality setting.
NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) and a Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate.
A deep understanding of nutritional requirements for older people and vulnerable adults.
Responsible for the ordering of foods.
A warm, empathetic personality with a commitment to enhancing our residents' dining experience.
Enhanced DBS clearance (which we will assist you in obtaining).
- Hours: 50 Hours – flexible requirement, including some weekends - Closing Date: 4 weeks from the date of this advert. - How to Apply: If you are ready to elevate your career and bring your passion for great food to a community that truly values it, we would love to hear from you.
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