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Sociable Hours. Supportive Team. Real Impact Through Nutrition.
We’re looking for a motivated, skilled Head Chef who wants more than just a job — someone who values balance, leads with passion, and takes pride in building a strong, supportive team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of delivering a high-quality dining experience that supports residents’ wellbeing, respects individual needs, and brings comfort and enjoyment to everyday life.
This role includes preparing fresh, nutritious meals for up to 66 residents, as well as supporting the catering for the home’s events and celebrations. It’s a 40‑hour contract at £33,072 per annum with 07:30–17:30 shifts, no late nights, and alternate weekends, giving you the work/life balance most chefs only dream of.
Our interview process is completed in one visit: a short, friendly interview followed by a practical cook‑off, giving you the perfect chance to showcase your creativity, skill, and passion for great food.
About Rhiwlas Care Home
Rhiwlas House Care Home is a purpose-built 66 bed care home facility located in the historic town of Flint, in the heart of North Wales. Designed to offer the very best in comfort, safety, and care, Rhiwlas House supports residents with a wide range of care needs, including residential and residential dementia care. The home proudly embodies the Lovett Care commitment to excellence, ensuring a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel valued and supported. The home reflects the Lovett Care vision of providing the highest standards of safety, comfort and care. We invest in the latest technology and offer a purposeful programme of daily activity and gentle exercise to enhance the experience, care and wellbeing of our residents. All team members are hand selected for their warmth and passion; they have a full induction and ongoing training from our in-house trainers. Across Lovett Care all of our staff are paid the national minimum wage or above.
Role Responsibilities
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Present menus clearly to support resident choice
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Prepare meals in appropriate quantities, meeting medical, cultural, and personal dietary needs
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Deliver nutritious, well‑presented meals on time and in the correct sequence
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Maintain full compliance with HACCP procedures
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Uphold excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards, including accurate cleaning records
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Lead and support the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence
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Motivate and inspire colleagues to consistently deliver high‑quality food
Skills and Experience
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Experience working during busy service periods
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Previous experience in a care home or similar setting
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Understanding of specialised diets and tailored service
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Ability to contribute to a four‑week menu cycle
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Confidence in completing records to meet legal requirements
Benefits
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Clear progression routes into senior and management roles
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5.6 weeks annual leave
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Paid DBS
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Uniform provided
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Paid training and excellent induction
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Refer a Friend scheme (role‑dependent)
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Support for nationally recognised qualifications
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Wellbeing programmes
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Recognition awards (Employee of the Month, Golden Tickets)
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Ongoing career development
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Travel plan: walk or cycle to work and enjoy a free meal that day
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Pension scheme
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Early Pay access
About Lovett Care
At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more — more dignity, more respect, more joy, and more belonging. Our homes are vibrant communities where people continue to thrive, connect, and enjoy meaningful moments. When you join Lovett, you join a team that sees every resident as someone with a story to share and a life still full of possibility.
