Oak Care Groupis a welcoming, friendly care home dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We believe in creating a nurturing environment where individuals feel valued, respected, and comfortable. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver high-quality meals to our residents every day. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen and meal preparation. You will ensure that all food served is nutritious, safe, and meets the dietary needs of our residents. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of nutrition for the elderly, experience in managing kitchen staff, and a commitment to providing excellent service in a care home setting. Menu & Meal Preparation: Develop and implement menus with nutritious, balanced meals, snacks, and drinks, considering resident preferences, health conditions (like dysphagia, dementia & allergies), and cultural/religious needs (halal, vegetarian). Key Responsibilities Include Hygiene & Safety : Ensure strict compliance with food hygiene, health & safety regulations (COSHH, HACCP), proper food storage, temperature control, and clean kitchen environments & no long nails. Supply & Budget Management : Monitor kitchen stocks, order supplies, manage budgets, and ensure food quality and freshness within cost guidelines. Resident & Staff Interaction : Communicate with residents and staff to understand dietary needs, attend meetings, and build relationships for a positive dining experience. Kitchen Operations : Oversee kitchen activities, manage equipment, train kitchen staff, and coordinate with other departments like nursing. Documentation : Complete necessary forms, reports, and maintain records for diet changes and menus. TPBN1_UKCT