Head Chef – Care Home: Lead, Create Nutritious Menus

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Northallerton is seeking a Head Chef to deliver high-quality hospitality and nutrition for residents. This role offers autonomy in menu creation, team leadership, and a focus on fresh, wholesome food. Ideal candidates should possess qualifications such as City & Guilds or equivalent, along with experience in leading a team and engaging with residents. The position provides a great work-life balance with no split shifts, including access to training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Counselling and legal services access

Tax Code Review Service

Monthly staff lottery

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in resident wellbeing.
• Experience leading and motivating a culinary team.
• Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire the kitchen team.
• Menu development tailored to residents' needs.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Assist with front of house setup.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Leading and motivating a team

Understanding of nutrition

Confidence engaging with residents

Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Northallerton is seeking a Head Chef to deliver high-quality hospitality and nutrition for residents. This role offers autonomy in menu creation, team leadership, and a focus on fresh, wholesome food. Ideal candidates should possess qualifications such as City & Guilds or equivalent, along with experience in leading a team and engaging with residents. The position provides a great work-life balance with no split shifts, including access to training and development opportunities.