Head Chef Essex Excellent Work/ Life Balance, Bank Holiday Enhancement pay, company Sick Pay, Long Service Awards, Free meals and Parking on Shift. High Profile Care Unit £43-45k+ (Negotiable dep on experience) Our client have an exciting opportunity to recruit their Head Chef in Essex. The Client Our client are a high profile care group looking after 9 homes across the London and South East regions. The company ethos to provide exceptional homes with exceptional care for people to live, love and be loved. Currently looking for an exceptional Head Chef for a Care Home near Epping. Responsibilities As Chef you will take responsibility for: Ensuring an excellent service is provided at all times Ensuring that care/support plans are followed in respect of the nutritional needs of each individual Prepare nutritional snacks for residents as required and directed by the Home Manager Working closely with the Management on site Stock control; stock replenishing/ ordering Requirements The Ideal Chef candidate will have:Ideally 2 years Chef experience at a similar level in a relevant environment, Strong culinary skills, and the ability to work with a corporate fresh menu. You will be required to have or to complete an advanced DBS check Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is advantageous Experience of delivering a high-quality service as a Chef is essential Ability to work to a structured menu, but be creative as an individual Above all a passion for good food and service