Culinary Lead
The Culinary Care Lead is responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience that enhances safety, wellbeing, identity, culture, dignity and joy. Dining is at the heart of home life — it shapes comfort, emotional security and a sense of belonging.
This role ensures that every meal served in the home is safe, nutritious, culturally sensitive and beautifully presented. It also sets the tone for hospitality, warmth and connection within the home
You are not simply a chef; you are a hospitality ambassador, a nutritional safety guardian, a culture-setter, and a visible leader within the home. You influence resident experience, clinical safety and the emotional atmosphere of mealtimes.
You are a key part of the home’s engine — elevating culinary excellence, experience design, safe nutrition and meaningful daily living for every resident.
About the role
Key Responsibilities :
Leadership, Culture & Team Development
Hands-On Chef Duties & Meal Production (Daily)
CHG Dining Philosophy
High-Quality Meal Preparation & Presentation
Presence in Dining Rooms
Person-Centred Nutrition & IDDSI Compliance
Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusive Food Practices
Seasonal Menu Design, Co-Design & Pictorial Menus
Dining Experience & Hospitality Standards
Family Engagement & Resident Partnership
Stock, Ordering & Budget Management
Kitchen Safety, Compliance & Environmental Excellence
Nourish Digital Governance Responsibilities
Governance & Quality Contribution
Dining Experience Standards Book
Innovation & External Best Practice
Crisis Preparedness & Calm Operational Leadership
Ambience Leadership With Resident Experience Manager
“Think Big” Culinary Ambition
What you will need
Required criteria
- Food Safety
- Nutritional Awareness
- Kitchen Management
- Culinary Skills
- Attention to Detail
Desired criteria
- Care Industry Experience Desirable
Constantia Healthcare Group
Constantia Healthcare Group is a small yet robust organisation caring for people with age-related needs and complex care and support requirements. We ensure that the person we care for is at the centre of everything we do and, we ensure our colleagues are well supported, appreciated and invested in. At Constantia we want our organisation to work for the people we care for and our colleagues. We are an organisation that strives for excellence and accepts nothing less. We are continuously looking to invest in our services and in our teams.
Constantia Healthcare Group is a small yet robust organisation caring for people with age-related needs and complex care and support requirements. We ensure that the person we care for is at the centre of everything we do and, we ensure our colleagues are well supported, appreciated and invested in. At Constantia we want our organisation to work for the people we care for and our colleagues. We are an organisation that strives for excellence and accepts nothing less. We are continuously looking to invest in our services and in our teams.
Constantia Care’s culture is built on a foundation of compassion, dignity, and professional excellence. They believe in a person-centered approach, prioritizing each client's independence and well-being. This is achieved by fostering an environment of trust and open communication with clients, their families, and staff. The company invests heavily in its caregivers, providing ongoing training and 24/7 support. This commitment to making lives better—for both those they care for and those who provide the care—shapes every interaction and ensures a high standard of service.
Our benefits
Constantia Care provides caregivers with a comprehensive benefits package focused on both professional growth and personal well-being. They offer competitive pay based on the real living wage and continuous professional development through training. Staff are supported by a 24/7 helpline, free counselling, and mental health resources. Additional benefits include a special birthday treat, a paid day off for volunteering, exclusive employee discounts, and a workplace pension scheme. These perks reflect the company's commitment to valuing its team as much as its clients.
Vacation, Paid time off
Competitive salary
Employee Recognition Scheme
Culture of recognition
Culinary Lead
Constantia Healthcare Group is a small yet robust organisation caring for people with age-related needs and complex care and support requirements. We ensure that the person we care for is at the centre of everything we do and, we ensure our colleagues are well supported, appreciated and invested in. At Constantia we want our organisation to work for the people we care for and our colleagues. We are an organisation that strives for excellence and accepts nothing less. We are continuously looking to invest in our services and in our teams.