Job summary
The role of Head Chef at Walstead Place, a 41-bedded Residential Care Home with a 'Good' CQC rating and 9.5 rating on Carehome.co.uk, offers a unique opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for the residents. The successful candidate will lead by example, showcasing their creative flair and high-level hospitality expertise.
Main duties of the job
As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, fresh meals for the residents of Walstead Place. This role requires a skilled and creative chef who can plan menus, source the best ingredients, and ensure that the meals are not only delicious but also nutritious. You will be expected to work 40 hours per week, with alternating weekends, and your shifts will be from 7 am to 5 pm. The role offers a competitive salary of £16 per hour, as well as a range of benefits such as a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day-out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.
About us
Aria Healthcare, a leading provider of residential care services, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. They value learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences, and they are looking for individuals who are empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home
- Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
- 41 bedded Residential care Home
- CQC Rating – Good
- Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Head Chef
- 40 hours per week - Alternate weekends required - working 4 days per week - 7am- 5pm
- £16.00 per hour
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 highly skilled chefs 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 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!
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home
- Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
- 41 bedded Residential care Home
- CQC Rating – Good
- Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Head Chef
- 40 hours per week - Alternate weekends required - working 4 days per week - 7am- 5pm
- £16.00 per hour
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 highly skilled chefs 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 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 have extensive experience as a chef, with a proven track record of creating delicious and nutritious meals. They should also have excellent communication and leadership skills, as they will be responsible for managing a team of kitchen staff and ensuring that the residents' dietary needs are met.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a chef, with a proven track record of creating delicious and nutritious meals. They should also have excellent communication and leadership skills, as they will be responsible for managing a team of kitchen staff and ensuring that the residents' dietary needs are met.
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.
