Head Chef

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Willing care, Thetford, Norfolk

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 4 days ago, 2 Jun | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: ce7b1c111efa42d7952e3a4651e76996

Location ref: Thetford, Norfolk

Willing care

Full Job Description

Leading and managing the kitchen team, setting high standards and fostering a positive, professional environment
Designing and delivering seasonal, restaurant-quality menus that meet the nutritional needs of older adults
Ensuring all meals are prepared with full consideration of individual dietary requirements, specialist diets, and allergen management
Maintaining rigorous allergen records and processes, ensuring every resident's safety at every mealtime
Overseeing stock management, ordering, supplier relationships, and kitchen budgets
Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene legislation, COSHH, and Health & Safety requirements
Maintaining accurate records including cleaning schedules, temperature logs, and food safety documentation
Working closely with the care and management team to ensure mealtimes enhance residents' overall wellbeing

Proven Head Chef experience - essential
Experience within a nursing home, care home, or similar setting - strongly preferred
The ability to deliver and maintain a fine dining experience consistently and at scale
Strong knowledge of nutrition for older adults, specialist diets, and allergen management
Confident with menu planning, costing, and kitchen management
Food hygiene qualification - Level 3 minimum preferred
A creative, detail-focused approach with high personal standards
A calm, professional leader who thrives in a kitchen environment

£33,280 per annum | Full-Time, 40 hours per week | Luxury Nursing Home, Paid breaks
Enhanced rates for bank holidays
Paid DBS check
Uniform provided
Comprehensive induction programme
Training & development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Company pension scheme
Benefits & rewards portal
Work within a stunning luxury, purpose-built setting

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/head-chef-126920342