Head Culinary Director

5 days ago


East Grinstead, West Sussex, United Kingdom Retirement Villages Group Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to join our team at Charters Retirement Village. The role involves overseeing all culinary operations, managing a team, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with the elderly, a background in care or hospitality, and a Professional Cookery Level 3 qualification. A strong focus on teamwork, quality, and customer satisfaction is essential.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Leading the culinary team to deliver high-quality food and excellent service.
  • Managing kitchen staff, planning menus, and maintaining food safety and quality standards.
  • Directing food production, driving quality, and controlling costs.
  • Coordinating with suppliers, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
  • Reporting incidents, accidents, or near misses, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum.
  • Pro-rota holidays and bank holidays off.
  • Full sick pay after three months' service.
  • Medicare benefits.
  • Birthday leave.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • Discounted gift cards.


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