Head Chef

Overview

Are you a culinary maestro looking to lead the charge in a prestigious kitchen? We are seeking a Head Chef to take our dining experience to new heights. You ll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity, craft high-quality menus, and deliver impeccable service. Join us in creating unforgettable dining experiences! Apply now!

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sickpay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C s apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.

Maplewood Court, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7TA

42.5 hours per week - 5 days a week 8.5hrs per day - includes some weekends

£43,000 Per annum

Full-time

Days

We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our Homes is like joining our family - and we make that no different for our new colleagues. The Head Chef is a role model within the Home and has a real opportunity to add value to our resident experience by managing all aspects of the dining experience within the Home.

• Leading the Kitchen and Dining service across the home.
• Designing, presenting and delivering high quality menu options.
• Procuring ingredients and delivering impeccable customer service in line with Health, Safety, Food Hygiene and COSHH regulations.
• You will also have an opportunity to recruit, induct and develop within your department.

• Impeccable leadership and communication skills.
• Intermediate food hygiene certificate.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and experience of delivering a high-quality service as a Head Chef is essential.
• Experience of recruiting, inducting and training your own team.

Our mission is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

If you  ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don  delay and apply today!