Oakland Care is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Head Chef to lead catering operations in two of our luxury care homes. As a Senior Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents while fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
This role requires adaptability and a strong understanding of financial management, quality assurance, and team building. You will rotate between two care homes.
We offer some excellent rewards & benefits including:
* One free meal per shift for all team members.
* Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
* Increased annual leave entitlement; team members with 3 or more years of service receive extra leave.
* Cycle to Work scheme – save on commuting costs and improve your health.
* Milestone Birthdays – get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
* Company sick pay above statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
* Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals—applicable to all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
* Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
* Long service awards.
And much more…….
Location: Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Rd, Chigwell IG7 6HX
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £18-£20 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shift: Days
We are an award-winning care home provider delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Joining one of our homes is like joining our family, and we make that same welcoming environment for our staff. The Head Chef is a role model within the home, with the opportunity to add value to our residents' experience by managing all aspects of the dining service.
What you will be doing:
* Leading the kitchen and dining service across the home.
* Designing, presenting, and delivering high-quality menu options.
* Procurement of ingredients and ensuring impeccable customer service in line with health, safety, food hygiene, and COSHH regulations.
* Recruiting, inducting, and developing your team.
What you need to succeed:
* Excellent leadership and communication skills.
* Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate.
* Knowledge of therapeutic diets and experience delivering high-quality service as a Head Chef.
* Experience recruiting, inducting, and training team members.
“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes where everyone is part of our family, guided by our core values:
* Family
* Integrity
* Respect
* Exceptional
* Sustainable
Apply now!
If you're ready to start your journey and make a difference, don’t delay—apply today!
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