Head Chef

We are seeking a highly skilled Head Chef to provide fresh and nutritious meals for our residents using top-quality ingredients. The ideal candidate will be a passionate leader, capable of mentoring their team and demonstrating creative flair to deliver high-level hospitality. This role offers straight shifts without evening hours, and it includes a fully supported induction to learn the technical skills needed in healthcare. Additionally, there is an opportunity to mentor our teams as they progress through our Chef academy. Care UK values diversity and inclusion, encouraging learning from one another's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. We are looking for someone empathetic, respectful, and with a growth mindset.

About the Home

We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Care UK runs Priory Court Care Home located in Ewell Village, Epsom. This facility provides residential, nursing, and dementia care for up to 89 residents and holds a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. Care UK is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer that promotes learning from the diverse cultures, beliefs, and experiences of its team members. The company offers a range of benefits to its employees, including the Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days-out discounts, long-service awards, and a recognition programme. It strives to provide an enriching work environment where employees can learn and grow, especially through opportunities like the Chef academy mentioned in the job description.

Qualifications

Essential: - Relevant culinary qualifications and experience leading a kitchen team.