Head Chef

Position Overview

Head Chef (permanent) at Agincare Homes Holdings, Aylesbury. Responsible for managing the kitchen, planning menus, meeting diverse dietary needs, and enhancing residents' quality of life.

Location

The Chestnuts and Willowmead Court Lavric Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8JN.

Working Pattern

Flexible: 2 days a week, including alternate weekends, and covering sickness/holiday absences.

Compensation and Benefits

• £15.50 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1,000
• Fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

Key Responsibilities

• Menu planning - collaborate with the home manager and residents to develop and implement menus; organise themed days and events.
• Dietary needs - work with staff to ensure residents' nutritional and dietary requirements are met, including modified food textures and allergies.
• Kitchen management - oversee daily operations, stock management, hygiene standards, and act as the main point of contact for the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a kitchen environment and understanding of professional kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements is desirable.
• Willingness to work 2 days a week, including alternate weekends, and cover absences.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Agincare welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to equal opportunities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exception Order) 1975.