Head Chef

7 days ago

Bushey, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Enhance Catering Recruitment Full time £42,424 - £44,648 per year

Job Title:
 Head Chef

Location:
 Bushey, Hertfordshire

Salary:
 £42,424 – £44,348 per annum

Hours:
 Full-Time – 37 hours per week (weekdays & alternate weekends required)

Job Type:
 Permanent

About the Role

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced 
Head Chef
 to lead the kitchen at a well-regarded care facility in 
Bushey
. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values-driven organisation that provides high-quality care and support services to older adults.

As Head Chef, you will play a key role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, well-presented meals that cater to their individual dietary needs. You will lead a small team in the delivery of daily meal service, manage kitchen operations, and contribute to the overall wellbeing and satisfaction of residents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared to a high standard and in compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Create and manage seasonal menus that are nutritious, varied, and tailored to meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
  • Lead, manage, and train kitchen staff to maintain a positive and efficient working environment.
  • Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation to ensure consistency and excellence.
  • Maintain appropriate stock levels, place food orders, and manage kitchen budgets effectively.
  • Ensure a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment in line with HACCP and food hygiene standards.
  • Collaborate with care teams to understand individual resident dietary requirements, including allergens, texture modifications, and cultural preferences.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role, ideally within a care, education, or healthcare environment.
  • A passion for preparing high-quality, nutritious meals.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience in team development and kitchen management.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of food hygiene regulations, including HACCP and COSHH.
  • Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain).

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary with enhanced pay rates for weekends and Bank Holidays.
  • 37 hours per week, with no late-night shifts.
  • Career development opportunities and recognition of milestones.
  • First-class in-house training and support from day one.
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support for you and your family.
  • Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service).
  • Free enhanced DBS check and uniform.
  • Access to a wide range of retail discounts and wellbeing offers.
  • Refer-a-Friend scheme – earn £500 for each successful referral
    (terms apply).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and supportive organisation where your culinary skills will make a real difference to people's lives.

If you're a dedicated and experienced chef looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

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