Head Chef – Care Home Kitchen Leader

Avery Healthcare Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury elderly care provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Head Chef for their Middleton Lodge Care Home in Littleover. This role emphasizes managing a culinary team to provide high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals while adhering to budgetary requirements. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in culinary management and relevant qualifications. This is an exciting opportunity to positively impact residents' lives through exceptional culinary service in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors.
• Demonstrate an ability to control a budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a culinary team providing high-quality service.
• Prepare balanced diets according to IDDSI guidance.
• Place food orders while maintaining budgetary controls.
• Supervise kitchen staff and instruct food preparation activities.

Skills

Managing a culinary team

Budget control

High-quality culinary standards

Passion for food service

Education

Relevant catering qualification – City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ

Job description

A leading luxury elderly care provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Head Chef for their Middleton Lodge Care Home in Littleover. This role emphasizes managing a culinary team to provide high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals while adhering to budgetary requirements. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in culinary management and relevant qualifications. This is an exciting opportunity to positively impact residents' lives through exceptional culinary service in a supportive work environment.