Chef

Chef – Middleton Hall Care Home Overview

Middleton Hall Care Home is seeking a passionate and dedicated Chef to lead our kitchen team in delivering high\-quality, nutritious, and safe meals for our residents.

This role is ideal for a Chef who understands the unique needs of a nursing home environment, where food plays a vital role in residents' health, wellbeing, and overall quality of life. You will be responsible for preparing meals that are not only delicious and well\-presented but also tailored to meet a variety of clinical dietary requirements, including modified texture diets.

The successful candidate will combine culinary expertise, strong leadership, and a compassionate approach to cater for elderly residents, including those living with dysphagia and other medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of high\-quality, nutritious meals


• Plan and develop menus suitable for a nursing home setting, considering nutritional balance, resident preferences, and dietary needs


• Prepare and deliver meals in accordance with IDDSI guidelines, including texture\-modified diets for residents with dysphagia


• Ensure all food is prepared, presented, and served safely, maintaining dignity and enjoyment for residents


• Manage food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all health and regulatory standards


• Monitor and control stock levels, minimise waste, and manage ordering within budget requirements


• Supervise, train, and support kitchen staff, promoting a positive and efficient working environment


• Coordinate meal service to align with care routines and ensure timely delivery to residents


• Work closely with care staff and management to support residents’ individual dietary care plans


• Ensure clear communication between kitchen and care teams to support high standards of resident care

• Essential: Previous experience working in a Care Home or Nursing Home kitchen


• Strong understanding of dysphagia and modified texture diets (IDDSI framework)


• Experience preparing meals for individuals with complex dietary and medical needs


• Proven ability to manage a busy, high\-volume kitchen environment


• Strong leadership and team management skills


• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and nutrition in a healthcare setting


• Experience in menu planning, stock control, and cost management


• Ability to work with empathy, patience, and a resident\-focused approach


• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure


• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with care teams

• IDDSI trained (or willingness to undertake training)


• Care Home / Nursing Home kitchen experience is mandatory


• Understanding of safeguarding, food safety, and health compliance within a care environment

• Job Type: Full\-time / Part\-time / Permanent


• Location: Middleton Hall Care Home (In person)

Pay: £16\.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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