Head Chef

Head Chef – Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

Location: Meadowhill Care Home, Castleford Close, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4AL

Salary: £14.00 to £17.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Job type: Permanent

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

We believe that good food plays a crucial role in the well-being and happiness of our residents and are therefore, looking for a passionate and experienced Chef to join the team at our newest care home.

Nestled in the heart of Borehamwood, Meadowhill Care Home combines modern design with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Boasting 75 private rooms and luxurious communal spaces, Meadowhill is tailored to meet the unique needs of residents in a safe and peaceful environment.

As our Chef, you’ll create nutritious and delicious meals tailored to meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. The ideal candidate should have proven experience as a Chef, preferably within a care home or similar environment.

About the role:

Plan and prepare meals in line with residents' dietary requirements, including allergies and cultural preferencesMaintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in accordance with health regulationsMonitor stock levels and manage kitchen supplies effectivelyCollaborate with residents and staff to develop high-quality mealsEnsure the kitchen operates efficiently and within budgetWork with the Home Manager and Catering and Hospitality Manager to ensure our residents needs are continuously met

About you:

Proven experience as a Chef, preferably within a care home or similar environmentStrong understanding of IDDSI, special diets and food safety standardsAbility to create varied and balanced menus that cater to individual dietary needsExcellent organisational and teamwork skillsPassionate about delivering high-quality food and enhancing the dining experience for residents

Why work at Westgate?

Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidaysImprove your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shopsAccess to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work SchemeRefer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social eventsSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsAccess to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity  Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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