Head Chef
Company
Location
Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted At
9/6/2025
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Description
Salary: £15.78 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Competitive Benefits, Some Of Which Are
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Meallmore is the place to be!
As Head Chef youll value one thing above all, kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining Meallmore youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our residents.
Your Role & Responsibilities
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, Forthland Lodge offers compassionate care in a central location, making it accessible and welcoming for residents and families alike. As part of Meallmore, Scotlands most trusted care provider, we consistently deliver excellent care in great places to live and work. Join a team that values kindness and respect, creating a supportive environment for everyone.
If you are interested, please click apply and one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.
Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
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Hours: 40 hours per week
Competitive Benefits, Some Of Which Are
- Company sick pay
- Overtime rates
- Free parking
- Subsidised colleague meals
- Chef development programme
- Wagestream access to earned wages before payday giving you flexibility and control over your finances
- Ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Meallmore is the place to be!
As Head Chef youll value one thing above all, kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining Meallmore youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our residents.
Your Role & Responsibilities
- Organise, plan and prepare meals ensuring that all home cooked food not only looks and tastes delicious but also reflects the preferences and dietary requirements of each resident.
- Provide guidance and training to care teams on understanding and implementing safe and appropriate textured food options for residents, ensuring compliance with dietary standards (e.g., IDDSI).
- Lead, motivate and inspire your kitchen team to develop and upskill
- Comply with industry and Meallmore quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
- Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control.
- Menu development, tailoring around residents needs, likes and dislikes to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality.
- Experience as Head Chef or similar, ideally in care homes or healthcare preferred.
- A personal and warm approach with a genuine interest of the well-being of our residents.
- Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs and food allergies.
- Excellent leadership and team management.
- Good understanding of HACCP & COSHH.
- Food Safety Level 3 desirable.
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, Forthland Lodge offers compassionate care in a central location, making it accessible and welcoming for residents and families alike. As part of Meallmore, Scotlands most trusted care provider, we consistently deliver excellent care in great places to live and work. Join a team that values kindness and respect, creating a supportive environment for everyone.
If you are interested, please click apply and one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.
Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
INDHC
LNKD1_UKTJ
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