Head Chef

Package description: Shift details: 7 am - 5:30 pm.

Job responsibilities

• Prepare modified diets that look appealing, are well-balanced, and comply with IDDSI guidance.
• Place food orders with approved suppliers, maintain appropriate stock levels and control, and purchase goods within agreed budget limits.
• Supervise kitchen staff, instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff, and direct the work of the host team.
• Practice safe systems of work, including safe handling of loads and risk assessment for the personal safety of residents, visitors, and staff.
• Ensure safe work practices and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen environment.
• Control and monitor the kitchen budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors.
• Relevant catering qualification: City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ.
• Demonstrated passion and commitment to delivering high quality culinary standards to residents.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and control a kitchen budget.

Requirements

• DBS Disclosure check - the cost will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.