Head Chef

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. Head Chef The closing date is 12 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Package Description: Shift Details: 7.00 am-19.00 pm. 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 at Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood. 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: 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. Main duties of the job Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Chef at Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood. As a Head Chef, your primary responsibility is to manage and lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service within budget. Responsibilities include preparing modified diets and placing food orders, all while ensuring purchasing aligns with budget limits. Managing and supervising kitchen staff, ensuring safe working systems, and maintaining personal safety in the work environment are essential. Candidates must embody Avery Healthcare's core values of care, support, honesty, respect, and accountability. A minimum of two years of experience managing a culinary team in care or hospitality is required. Candidates should hold a relevant catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ and demonstrate a passion for delivering high-quality culinary standards to residents in a supportive environment. About us Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. The company is passionate about creating enriching experiences for both residents and employees, ensuring that the later years of life are as fulfilling as possible. Avery's vision is 'creating meaningful lives together,' and they operate over 100 homes across the UK. Avery believes in a supportive and inspiring workplace environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. The company is committed to helping employees grow their careers while maintaining an exceptional standard of care for residents. Avery Healthcare celebrates its employees compassion and dedication, offering opportunit