Head Cook

Main Duties 

• Prepare and cook meals to a high standard, ensuring dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences are met. 

• Ensure all food is stored, prepared, and served safely in line with Food Hygiene Regulations. 

• Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation. 

• Oversee and support the kitchen team, ensuring duties are carried out effectively. 

• Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and Resident needs. 

• Manage stock levels, order supplies, and monitor costs in line with budgets. 

• Ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned, maintained, and used safely. 

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly kitchen records as required. 

• Participate in audits and inspections, ensuring full compliance at all times. 

• Attend all required training sessions. 

• Carry out any additional duties as requested by management. 

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to support the home during busy or unexpected situations. 

• Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices within the kitchen. 

• Flexibility to work across multiple homes within the business to support staffing needs. 

• Administration Duties 

• Maintain up‑to‑date kitchen records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and stock sheets. 

• Report any equipment faults, hazards, or concerns to the Manager/Deputy Manager. 

• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in line with company procedures. 

• General & Personal Development 

• Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively. 

• Organised, reliable, and trustworthy. 

• Pride in maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. 

• Physically fit to carry out kitchen duties. 

• Ability to give clear instructions and constructive feedback. 

• Punctual, professional, and well‑presented. 

• Flexible approach to working patterns to meet the needs of the Care Home 

• Flexible approach to work including change of working patterns to suit the Care Home