Head Chef
1. Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom, AB42 0HP
2. £ to £ Per Hour
3. Permanent * Full time
4. Posted: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Closing: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
5. LM1487386CruHC
6. Documents
Head Chef
Head Chef
Salary: £ per hour
Hours: 34 hours per week
Competitive benefits, some of which are:
7. Company sick pay
8. Overtime rates
9. Free parking and subsidised colleague meals
10. Chef development programme
11. Wagestream – access to earned wages before payday giving you flexibility and control over your finances
12. Ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
Join an award-winning Catering Team of the Year and Scottish Care Nutrition winners.
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Meallmore is the place to be!
As Head Chef, you’ll value one thing above all, kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining Meallmore you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our residents.
Role & Responsibilities
13. Organise, plan and prepare meals ensuring that all home cooked food not only looks and tastes delicious but also reflects the preferences and dietary requirements of each resident.
14. Provide guidance and training to care teams on understanding and implementing safe and appropriate textured food options for residents, ensuring compliance with dietary standards ( IDDSI).
15. Lead, motivate and inspire your kitchen team to develop and upskill
16. Comply with industry and Meallmore quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
17. Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control.
18. Menu development, tailoring around resident’s needs, likes and dislikes to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality.
Skills & Requirements
19. Experience as Head Chef or similar, ideally in care homes or healthcare preferred.
20. A personal and warm approach with a genuine interest of the well-being of our residents.
21. Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs and food allergies.
22. Excellent leadership and team management.
23. Good understanding of HACCP & COSHH.
24. Food Safety Level 3 desirable.
A little bit about us
Overlooking the breathtaking coast of Cruden Bay, Bayview Care Home provides exceptional care in a setting that inspires and soothes. As Scotland's most trusted care provider, Meallmore is committed to delivering excellent care in great places to live and work. Become part of a team that respects individuality and is dedicated to enriching lives with care and empathy.
If you are interested, please click apply and one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.
Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
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