Ambitions Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Head Chef . You will be responsible for developing nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus for residents, working to a cost-effective budget that supports a healthy, balanced diet without compromising on taste. You will prepare a range of meals and snacks, confidently catering for residents with specific dietary requirements, and will work closely with healthcare staff to ensure food for those with swallowing difficulties is prepared to the correct consistency while remaining appealing. Drinks and snacks will be kept readily available between meals, and you will take full oversight and management of the kitchen team, including resource management, interviewing, appraisals, and staff development. Stock ordering, maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment, and upholding high standards of infection prevention and control will all form part of your day-to-day responsibilities, alongside working with the Home Manager to continuously improve the culinary experience for residents. You will also take part in regulatory audits as required, along with any other duties commensurate with the role.

We're looking for a qualified chef holding a City & Guilds 7061/2 (or equivalent) and a current Food Hygiene Certificate, with at least two years' commercial experience and a solid understanding of menu planning. Experience catering for the dietary needs of older people is essential, along with a working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation. Strong managerial skills are key to this role, spanning communication, budget setting, organisation, and people management. You'll be a reliable, responsible team player who thrives on bringing out the best in others.

This is a full-time role working 44 hours per week, 7.30am to 7.30pm with a one-hour lunch break, with eligibility for overtime.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Ambitions Recruitment today.