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Head Chef - The Oaks

Meallmore Ltd

Head Chef - The Oaks

£29453

Meallmore Ltd, Moodiesburn, North Lanarkshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 1 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2f26fa11bd59430193e4091612e75e09

Full Job Description

  • Plan, prepare, and cook meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of our residents.

  • Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and overseeing their performance.

  • Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

  • Order and maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment.

  • Monitor and control food costs while maintaining highquality standards.

  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless food service and resident satisfaction.

  • Stay updated with industry trends and introduce innovative ideas to enhance the dining experience.

    Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role, preferably in a care home or healthcare setting

  • Knowledge of nutrition, dietary requirements and food allergies is desirable

  • Strong culinary skills and creativity to prepare appetizing meals.

  • Excellent leadership and team management abilities

  • Proficiency in food safety practices

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

  • Relevant culinary qualifications are desirable

  • Ability to add flare and influence the menu

    Pulled from the full job description

  • Company pension

  • Employee mentoring programme

  • Free parking

  • Referral programme

  • Sick pay, Multiple award-winning regional support team

  • Wagestream (access a portion of your earned income - every hour of every day)

  • Subsidised meals

  • Hourly overtime rates available

  • Free uniform

  • Career pathway

  • Free parking

  • Referral bonus scheme (up to £1000)

  • Pension scheme

  • Company sick pay scheme

  • Meals Mean More - company cooking competition


    • Additional Perks:
  • Focus on your ongoing development, including e-learning, a 12-week induction programme and ongoing personal mentorship.

  • You will be joining the NACC Catering Team of the Year 2020 and the Scottish Care Nutrition & Eating Well 2020 winners.

  • You'll have the opportunity to really make your name in the catering and care sectors. Join our team of award-winning Chefs and soon you might claim your very own NACC Care Chef of the Year Award.

  • Sociable hours are rare in the catering world, but join us and you can enjoy them, including getting every evening and every second weekend off. Imagine what you can do with that time back!


    • Salary: £14.16 per hour + overtime rates + benefits

    Hours: 37.5 per week