Job Description

We are unable to support overseas applicants.

Do you have a passion for creating joyful and meaningful experiences? Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of elderly individuals? At Engelberg Residential Home, we are seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to join our already established team.

About Us:

Engelberg

Situated within the tranquil surroundings of Ash Hill in Compton, Engelberg provides a warm and familiar environment. With 34 modern bedrooms, Engelberg is distinguished by its warm, friendly and homely atmosphere. Our home focuses on delivering exceptional standards of personalised care and ensuring residents and their families feel supported and respected.

About Ashberry Healthcare:

We are a privately owned and operated care home group with eight homes across England and Wales, providing residential and nursing services. We prioritise the well-being of residents and their families above all else. We are proud of our core values -- loyalty, integrity, and compassion -- which guide every facet of our operations, deeply ingrained in the fabric of each of our homes.

The Role:

Chef

Food is an important aspect of our care, and we focus on serving freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced, classic, and comforting meals, to suit each resident's individual tastes and preferences.

We are looking to recruit a Chef to join our friendly team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for creating the menus for our residents, supervising the kitchen team and ensuring the kitchen is kept to a high standard of hygiene.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Creation of nutritional-balanced weekly menus with flexible approach to menu alterations

Ability to provide any special dietary requirements including pureed &

modified meals

Food is cooked and served at correct temperature

Efficient and hygienic preparation of food by all kitchen staff

Daily and weekly cleaning of kitchen is carried out

All equipment is well-maintained and kept clean

Ensuring food stocks and stores are well maintained, HACCP compliance is maintained

Lead a small but dedicated team, compiling their weekly rotas

Record and action any incidents or accidents

Have excellent Health & Safety knowledge

Be financially astute with good understanding of food costs

Be innovative, creative and driven by excellence

Stay up to date with current food trends

Qualifications:

Substantial experience in Advanced Health & Hygiene

Previous experience of working in a care home preferred

About You:

What matters most is your genuine care, enthusiasm, and ability to bring positive energy to our residents' lives.

Our ideal candidate must:

Hold relevant qualifications in Catering Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have a positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff. Be responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Why Join Us?

Company pension On-site parking Referral programme (earn up to 500)
Free DBS check
If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference, apply now, and join our friendly team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person