Head Chef - Benholm Care Home

Benholm is a welcoming care home in Forfar, Angus, providing residential, nursing and dementia care in a well-established setting. Located on Glamis Road, the home is easily accessible from Forfar and the surrounding Angus area, with local amenities and transport links nearby. Benholm offers a supportive working environment where team members build meaningful relationships with residents, colleagues and loved ones.

 

• Job Details

  Location - Benholm, Forfar, Scotland

  Hours available - 34 per week

  Hourly rate - £15.50 per hour

  Contract Type: Permanent

  Shift Pattern: 8:30am - 5pmm, 4 days a week

• Benefits

  • Paid PVG

  • Free hot meals whilst on shift

  • Refer a Friend Scheme

  • On-site parking

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Full training provided

  • Career development opportunities

  • Internal Agency opportunities

• Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen team in delivering high-quality, nutritious and appetising meals for residents.

  • Develop varied menus that meet residents' nutritional needs, dietary requirements and personal preferences.

  • Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to a high standard.

  • Maintain excellent food hygiene, infection prevention and food safety standards in line with legislation and company procedures.

  • Manage stock levels, ordering and food storage to minimise waste and ensure cost-effective operations.

  • Complete food safety records, temperature checks and kitchen audits accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Support residents to enjoy a positive dining experience that promotes dignity, choice and wellbeing.

  • Work collaboratively with the wider home team to meet residents' individual dietary requirements.

  • Supervise, support and develop kitchen team members, promoting a positive and productive working environment.

  • Ensure the kitchen and associated areas remain clean, safe and well-maintained at all times.

• What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef, Chef Manager or Senior Chef.

  • Strong knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP principles and food safety legislation.

  • Experience catering for large groups and managing specialist diets.

  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

  • A genuine passion for creating enjoyable dining experiences for older people.

  • Good leadership and team management skills.

  • Ability to manage stock, budgets and food ordering effectively.

  • Relevant food hygiene qualifications.

Join our team at Benholm Care Home and play a key role in creating a meaningful life for those we care for through nutritious, high-quality meals and an exceptional dining experience.

Interested in joining the team at Benholm Care Home? We'd love to hear from you.