Head Chef

This is a Head Chef role at Chestnut View Care Home, a 60-bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home in Haslemere, Surrey. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using high-quality ingredients. They will lead and mentor a team of catering staff, showcasing their culinary expertise and creativity.

Main duties of the job

The Head Chef will be responsible for managing the catering operations at the Chestnut View Care Home. They will plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals for the residents, ensuring a high standard of food quality and presentation. The role also involves leading and mentoring a team of catering staff, providing training and development opportunities to enhance their skills. The successful candidate should have experience in a similar role within a healthcare or hospitality setting, with a passion for using the best ingredients to create delicious and visually appealing meals.

About us

Chestnut View Care Home is operated by OLYMPUS OPCO LTD, a reputable care provider with a focus on delivering high-quality care and services to their residents. The home has a strong reputation, with a rating of 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk. The organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Chestnut View Care Home, Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• Full Time - 40 hours per week - Alternate full weekends required
• IDDSI Experience is beneficial
• £16.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should have previous experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior catering role, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. They should have a strong understanding of IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) and the ability to create visually appealing and nutritious meals for residents with varying dietary needs. Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills are also essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.