Head Chef

Head Chef focuses on ensure the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality.

What the role involves

• Ensure the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality.
• Line management of the kitchen team, handling recruitment and duties such as appraisals, rotas and absence management.
• Promote choice and dignity to the residents of the home with the services we provide.
• Ensure the nutritional content of the meals provided cater for the dietary needs of all residents.
• Ensure that requirements of the Food Safety Manual, Health and Safety Manual and Meal policies requirements are met.

Skills and requirements

• Experience as a Head Chef is essential.
• Experience in a care environment is advantageous.
• Proven track record for leading, empowering, supporting & motivating a team.
• Ability to travel between the two locations listed above.

Confirmed role details

• 40 hours per week, across Monday to Sunday, with a great work/life balance.
• Goodwins Road, King's Lynn, England, PE30 5PD.

Candidate fit

• pace, food quality, hygiene standards, and reliable teamwork

Additional role context

• As the Head Chef at Goodwins Hall Care Home, you will be responsible for overseeing the whole catering service within the home.
• Nestled in a quiet area at the bottom of Goodwins Road, our 76-bedroom care home is known for its beautiful fountain centrepiece at the entrance.
• As a Head Chef, you will have overall responsibility for the set up and maintenance of the catering services within the two homes.

Known job details

• Pay: £15 per hour