About this role
Job summary The Head Chef role at Kings Lodge Nursing Home offers a unique opportunity to lead a skilled culinary team in providing fresh, nutritious meals for the residents. This position requires a highly skilled chef with a passion for using the best ingredients and showcasing their creative flair to deliver a high level of hospitality. The role offers a supportive environment, with a focus on mentoring and career development.
Main duties of the job As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating delicious, balanced meals for the residents of Kings Lodge Nursing Home. This includes developing menus, managing food ordering and inventory, and overseeing the kitchen staff to ensure the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. You will be expected to demonstrate your culinary expertise and leadership skills, while also fostering a positive and collaborative team environment. The role offers a regular schedule with no evening shifts, allowing for a good work-life balance.
About us Kings Lodge Nursing Home is a 77-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility located in Chidham, Chichester. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by residents and their families on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Care, the parent company, is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that values learning and growth.
Job description Job responsibilities
About the Home:
Kings Lodge Nursing Home, Main Road, Chidham, Chichester, PO18 8PN 77 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating – Good Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk About the role
Head Chef 40 Hours per week including alternate weekends £16.00 per hour NVQ 2 required but NVQ 3 preferred Food safety Level 3 desirable (However training can be provided) What will Aria Care Offer you?
Blue Light Discount Card Holiday & days out discounts Long service awards Recognition programme And much more!
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, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ 2 qualification, with an NVQ 3 being preferred. Additionally, a Food Safety Level 3 certification is desirable, although training can be provided if necessary.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Aria Care
Address OLYMPUS OPCO LTD
Bosham
PO18 8PN
Employer's website https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)