Head Chef

Head Chef 

Chestnut View Care Home, GU27 1LA

Hours per week: 40

Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour

The Role

As a Head Chef, you are guaranteed new experiences every day, as no two days are ever the same. We are seeking an individual who has the creative ability to make delicious and nutritious dishes to meet the needs of our residents. You will manage a busy kitchen whilst setting and presenting daily menus and special events, ordering and monitoring supplies in line with budget and managing your team's rotas.

Only applications with the right to work in the UK may apply. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

About Us

Chestnut View Care Home is part of the Future Care Group – a leading provider of high-quality care homes, dedicated to creating unique settings and delivering outstanding care. Our mission is to enable people to have an independent future supported by individuals who live and breathe our core values.

We are looking for someone who shares our values and our vision. A caring heart and "Can do" attitude who has a creative flair, embraces challenges and finds solutions.

Rewards and benefits:   

• Employee Benefit Package – great savings, discounts, and rewards, including discounts at major supermarkets, High Street Stores, Cinemas and many more.
• Mental health support via our Employee Assistance Programme - a free and totally confidential health & wellbeing resource, offering a personalised programme that suits YOU
• Employee Recognition Awards – celebrating our loyal employees everyday
• Refer a friend bonus
• Free DBS
• Free onsite parking
• Full training and Induction programme for all staff
• Working with Buddy and Mentor experience
• Fully funded apprenticeship programme available with opportunity to develop your career

Job Requirements:

To be successful in this role you will have a can-do attitude with great communication skills, plus:

• The ability to demonstrate culinary expertise
• A passion for producing innovative dishes
• Attention to detail

Most importantly, you will enhance the overall dining experience, so we hear our residents say “My compliments to the chef”.