Are you a talented Head Chef with a passion for Italian, Mediterranean and Meddle Eastern Cuisine? We are seeking a dedicated chef to join a prestigious private healthcare facility mid January 2025, crafting nutritious, gourmet meals that makes a difference in patients’ lives. Our client is a leading healthcare facility dedicated to providing the highest standard of care to our patients both the UK and USA.We believe that nutrition is vital part of recovery and overall well-being. Our onsite dining experience is an extension philosophy offering gourmet meals that cater to various dietary needs while ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Position Overview:

As Head Chef, you’ll lead our kitchen team in creating seasonal menus that blend the vibrant flavours of Italy and the Mediterranean with tailored nutrition for our clients. This is a unique chance to make a positive impact, delivering exceptional, health-conscious dishes in a supportive and serene setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute seasonal menus focused on Italian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern flavours.

• Adapt recipes to meet specific dietary and nutritional needs, enhancing patients' recovery and well-being.

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.

• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory, budgeting, staff schedules, and daily due diligence reporting.

• Implement cost control measures to optimize food and labor expenses.

• Enforce robust food safety and food poisoning prevention procedures.

• Oversee and maintain health and safety standards, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.

• Ensure accurate inventory management to prevent shortages or overstocking.

Qualification :

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, with strong background in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

• Previous experience as a private Head Chef and new openings is highly desirable

• Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene and Level 2 Health and Safety

• Exceptional culinary skills with emphasis on flavour, presentation and nutrition.

• Strong leadership and management abilities

• Knowledge of dietary requirements and ability to create health conscious menu.

• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.

• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Why Join us?

• Impactful work: Play a key role in health and recovery of our patients through culinary expertise.

• Supportive Environment: Work in collaborative environment with focus on innovation, quality and patients care.

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary, benefit package and opportunity for professional development.

If you are a driven and dedicated professional with a passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you!

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