An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Head Chef to work in an exceptional care home based in the Eye, Diss area.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This care home provides support for people with dementia and requires all types of care from nursing care, to residential and respite care

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*To be considered for this position you must have proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting

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As the Head Chef your key duties include:

• You will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence


• Responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations


• Play a pivotal role in staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Culinary degree or relevant certification


• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations


• Strong leadership and team management skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure


• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures


• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

The successful Head Chef will receive an excellent salary of £16.00 per hour and the annual salary is £33,280 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 40 hours a week on days.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme


• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects


• Enhanced rates for bank holidays


• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)


• Paid breaks


• Uniform provided


• Refer a friend scheme


• Costs for an enhanced DBS


• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 7007

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV