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Job Description
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- Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
- Placing food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits.
- Supervising and directing the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, instructing and demonstrating simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
- Practicing safe systems of work across the range of tasks and moving and handling loads by assessing risk and having due regard for the personal safety of residents, visitors, and staff.
- Two years experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors.
- Hold a relevant catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ.
- Demonstrate passion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary standards to residents.
- Demonstrate an ability to control a budget.
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
- Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
- Placing food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits.
- Supervising and directing the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, instructing and demonstrating simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
- Practicing safe systems of work across the range of tasks and moving and handling loads by assessing risk and having due regard for the personal safety of residents, visitors, and staff.
- Two years experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors.
- Hold a relevant catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ.
- Demonstrate passion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary standards to residents.
- Demonstrate an ability to control a budget.
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
- To be successful in this role, you must have two years' experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors, hold a relevant catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ), and demonstrate a passion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary standards to residents.
- To be successful in this role, you must have two years' experience managing a culinary team in the care or hospitality sectors, hold a relevant catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ), and demonstrate a passion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary standards to residents.
Job summary
This role as a Head Chef at Avery Healthcare in Purley offers a great opportunity to manage and lead a culinary team that provides high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals for the residents. The successful candidate will have experience in the care or hospitality sectors, a relevant catering qualification, and a passion for delivering excellent culinary standards.
Main duties of the job
As a Head Chef at Avery Healthcare, your focus will be to manage and lead a culinary team that provides nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service that contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved within budget. Your responsibilities will include preparing modified diets, placing food orders, supervising and directing the work of other kitchen staff, and practicing safe systems of work.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. They are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for their residents and team members, offering exceptional care across their growing network of over 100 homes.
Details
Date posted
06 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£17 to £18 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1275336658
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Purley
CR8 2LF
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Chef. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a Head Chef will be to manage and lead a culinary team that provides nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service that contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved within budget.
Other responsibilities will include:
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
Job responsibilities
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Chef. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a Head Chef will be to manage and lead a culinary team that provides nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service that contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved within budget.
Other responsibilities will include:
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
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
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Purley
CR8 2LF
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Purley
CR8 2LF
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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