Head Chef
- Cambridge
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating
- Workplace pension
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Chefs Forum - meet with culinary professionals for support, opportunities for professional development, networking and training across the business/industry.
- Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
- Free onsite parking available
- Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply*
- Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
- Plan and prepare menus that are nutritionally balanced, varied, and cater to individual dietary requirements (e.g., diabetic, vegetarian, allergen-free).
- Lead the kitchen team, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment that meets all health and safety standards.
- Oversee food ordering and stock management, maintaining cost-effective operations without compromising quality.
- Engage with residents to understand their preferences and ensure they enjoy mealtimes.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and professional atmosphere.
- Proven experience as a head chef, ideally in a care home or healthcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen management, and food safety standards.
- Leadership skills and the ability to inspire and manage a team.
- A friendly and approachable demeanor with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Understanding of care home regulations and requirements is desirable.
- Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment