Head Chef

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Location : Downham Market, Norfolk

Salary : £16 per hour + paid breaks + benefits package

Employment Type : Permanent, Full-time

Working Days : Days

As a Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations. Additionally, you will cultivate a positive dining atmosphere for residents and cater to their special dietary requirements. Your responsibilities will include staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment.

Skills and Attributes

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Education and Qualification

NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.

You will have the satisfaction of working with, and being supported by, an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

Benefits

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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