Chef

Role Overview: We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Chef to join our friendly team in a caring and supportive residential/nursing home environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who enjoys creating nutritious, delicious meals while making a positive impact on the lives of our residents. At our home, food is more than just a meal—it's an important part of our residents' wellbeing, comfort, and quality of life. We are seeking someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality dining experiences and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, appetising meals in a hygienic and professional manner. * Assist in planning and developing varied seasonal menus in collaboration with the Hotel Services Manager. * Prepare daily menus and ensure sufficient food supplies are available. * Cater for residents' individual dietary, cultural, religious, and nutritional requirements. * Ensure special diets and texture-modified meals are prepared accurately and safely. * Supervise, support, and direct Catering Assistants as required. * Assist with food ordering, stock control, stock rotation, and record keeping. * Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and catering areas. * Ensure compliance with Food Safety legislation, Health & Safety regulations, and C.O.S.H.H. requirements. * Support staff training and development within the catering department. * Assist with staff rotas, ensuring efficient staffing levels within budgetary requirements. * Report accidents, incidents, hazards, and maintenance concerns promptly. * Promote effective communication and positive working relationships with colleagues across all departments. * Maintain confidentiality regarding residents and their personal information. * Contribute to a warm, person-centred environment that promotes residents' dignity, independence, choice, comfort, and wellbeing. We are looking for: * Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or in a similar catering role preferably in a care home, healthcare setting. * Good knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and special dietary requirements. * Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently. * Committed to delivering high-quality meals and excellent dining experiences for residents. * Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above). * Knowledge of nutrition for older people and experience supervising catering staff. Please Note: * This job description is not an exhaustive statement of the job. Other duties may need to be undertaken commensurate with this position. * This is not a sponsorship role