Join our Hospitality team as a Head Chef at Ashwood Care Home, delivering hotel and restaurant standard meals without split shifts and long hours. You will have full autonomy in creating menus, liaising with residents, and ensuring person-centred hospitality.
Benefits:
* 33 days paid holiday
* Weekly pay
* Pension scheme
* Blue Light Card and discounts
* Employee Assistance Scheme
* Comprehensive induction and training
* Free DBS check and uniform
* Funding for NVQ Level 1 and 2
* Opportunities for career progression
* Free on-site parking
* Employee of the Month awards
Key responsibilities:
* Work within the company budget
* Train kitchen staff on dish specification and budget control
* Manage kitchen stock
* Inspire and motivate the team
* Lead by example and set standards
* Meet with management to ensure dietary requirements are met
* Train and develop the team
* Cook food to a safe temperature and taste test before serving
* Ensure food storage meets company and statutory health and safety requirements
* Deliver company kitchen standards
* Implement and ensure the company Health and Safety policy
The successful Head Chef will have relevant experience, a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirements, and a full understanding of H.A.C.C.P. You will also have experience in achieving food margins and writing and planning menus with costing. As a Head Chef, you will possess excellent leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 58 homes across the UK. We prioritise the professional development of our staff and invest in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.