Location: Winash Independent Care Home
Pay Rate: £15.68 per hour
Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Enhanced DBS Needed
August and September Dates

LEAD THE KITCHEN AS HEAD CHEF AT WINASH INDEPENDENT CARE HOME

Are you an enthusiastic culinary professional with a passion for delivering nutritious and delicious meals? Winash Independent Care Home is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to oversee our kitchen operations and ensure the highest standards in food quality, safety, and service for our residents. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference through your culinary expertise and leadership in a caring and supportive environment.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE FOR HEAD CHEF – CARE HOME SECTOR

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen role, ideally within care homes, healthcare, or similar settings.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness certification (required).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, train, and guide a kitchen team in a positive manner.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills to manage menu planning, rotas, and resident-specific requirements.
• Experience catering to a range of dietary needs, including textured diets, allergies, and cultural preferences.
• DBS clearance required (support can be provided for obtaining this).

• Take full responsibility for all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient meal service for residents and visitors.
• Create, plan, and prepare balanced, seasonal menus that accommodate individual dietary needs, preferences, and allergies.
• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a culture of respect, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Manage ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships, working within budget guidelines and minimizing waste.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety protocols at all times.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment throughout each shift.
• Work collaboratively with care home management and support staff to meet resident needs and support special events or occasions.