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Head Cook

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 14 - 14 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Selly Oak, City and Borough of Birmingham

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Head Cook – Nursing Home
South Birmingham
£14.00 per hour
34–36 hours per week | Days | Permanent

We are looking to speak with experienced Head Cooks / Care Home Chefs regarding an upcoming permanent opportunity within an established 40+ bed nursing home in South Birmingham.

This would suit someone with strong experience working within a care home, nursing home or similar healthcare environment who understands the additional nutritional requirements involved in catering for older adults.

The role will involve taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensuring residents receive nutritious, well-presented meals that meet their individual dietary and clinical needs.

The role will include:

  * Preparing and overseeing high-quality meals for residents

  * Planning varied and nutritionally balanced menus

  * Catering for individual dietary requirements and allergies

  * Preparing texture-modified diets

  * Understanding and working in line with the IDDSI framework

  * Food fortification for residents requiring increased nutritional support

  * Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards

  * Managing stock, ordering and food rotation

  * Supporting and overseeing other kitchen staff

  * Maintaining accurate food safety and dietary records

  * Working closely with care and nursing teams regarding residents’ nutritional needs

We are particularly interested in candidates who have:

  * Previous experience as a Head Cook, Cook or Chef within a care home or nursing home

  * Good knowledge of IDDSI and texture-modified diets

  * Experience with food fortification

  * A strong understanding of nutrition for older adults

  * Good food hygiene knowledge and relevant certification

  * The confidence to organise and lead a busy care-home kitchen

  * A reliable and resident-focused approach

Hours: 34–36 hours per week
Shifts: Days
Pay: £14.00 per hour

If you have experience catering within a care or nursing environment and would be interested in hearing more about this upcoming opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV

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