Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Glenholme Healthcare Ltd Full time £14 - £15

Head Chef

Salary: £ £14.63 per hour

Location: Glenholme Vera James House, Chapel St, Ely, CB6 1TA

Full Time, 40 hours per week, alternate weekends

Glenholme Healthcare's Vera James residential home in Ely is looking for a Head Chef to join our fantastic team

We are seeking a Chef who can deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards and with care.

Benefits as a Head Chef:

  • 28 holidays (including your birthday off) plus additional length-of-service bonus holidays

  • Quarterly Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

  • Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme offering personal and everyday advice on child support, financial matters, mental health, and overall wellbeing*

  • Pension scheme and life assurance cover*

  • Reimbursed Blue Light Card*

  • Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday, when you need it*

Experience Required from a Head Chef:

  • Knowledge of COSHH, HACCP, and Environmental Health Standards/Regulations

  • Experience in leading, motivating, and inspiring a kitchen team

  • A strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs

  • Skilled in preparing meals using fresh, seasonal ingredients

  • Ability to create a warm and welcoming dining experience

  • Confidence in engaging with residents to design appetising, nutritious menus

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef is ideal

Responsibilities as a Head Chef:

  • Ensure all kitchen staff are trained and aware of COSHH, HACCP, and health regulations

  • Conduct kitchen audits and maintain accurate, up-to-date records

  • Meet regularly with service users and families to gather feedback and adjust menus

  • Manage the hiring, training, induction, and performance of kitchen staff

  • Provide balanced, home-cooked meals that meet individual, cultural, and religious dietary needs

  • Adhere to kitchen budgets for stock and materials

  • Uphold the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety

  • Maintain accurate records in line with Environmental Health, Food Standards Agency, CQC, and company requirements

  • Stay current with required training and professional development

To join our dedicated team at Vera James as our Head Chef, press apply today

Where would you be working:

Vera James House is a purpose-built residential care home for older people situated in the historic centre of Ely within walking distance of the market place and the cathedral. The scheme has 42 single rooms, all with en-suite facilities. Vera James House is designated to support older people living with dementia and other related illnesses, and residents who require permanent or respite care in a residential setting.

Inclusion & Equality at Glenholme

We are proud of our inclusive, respectful, and person-centred culture. At Glenholme, everyone is valued – our service users, their families, and every member of our staff.

Please note: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

*T&Cs apply to all benefits.

Job Code: GHVER2

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