Catering jobs in Westhay

Greenhill House – Somerset Care

Hours: 39 hours per week, working over 4/5 days between 7:30am-8pm.
Weekend Working: Alternative Weekends

Salary: £17.16 (Mon-Fri) £18.21 (Weekends) increasing after 1 year in post.

At Somerset Care, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Manager to join the team at Greenhill House

Greenhill House Opened in 2014 by HRH the Countess of Wessex, it’s a spacious, modern, purpose-built residential care home set against the picturesque rural backdrop of the Mendip Hills providing care for up to 52 residents providing an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to make a real impact on the catering service and help shape its continued development.

As a Catering Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the kitchen and catering service, ensuring our residents receive nutritious, appetising and high-quality meals that meet their individual needs and preferences.

About the Role

You will lead and manage the catering team, overseeing the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, safety and compliance.

You will be responsible for managing resources and budgets effectively, supporting your team to deliver an excellent service, and ensuring residents' dietary requirements are met. You will also play an important role in ensuring that the catering service reflects the individual choices and needs of the people living at Greenhill House.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and effectively manage the catering team.
• Plan and coordinate the day-to-day running of the kitchen and catering service.
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Take account of residents' individual dietary requirements, preferences and nutritional needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Apply knowledge of IDDSI requirements appropriately.
• Manage catering budgets, stock and resources effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and complete relevant documentation.
• Support staff development, training and performance.
• Work collaboratively with the wider care team to ensure excellent resident outcomes.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen environment.
• Respond effectively to changing priorities and work confidently in a fast-paced environment.

What We're Looking For

Skills:

• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good IT skills.
• Knowledge of IDDSI.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and training.

Experience:

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience working in a Kitchen Manager, Catering Manager or Head Chef role within a care or hospitality setting.
• Experience supervising or managing staff.
• Understanding of budget management and resource control.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and compliance requirements.
• A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality food and service.

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
• Food Safety Qualification – Level 3 or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake leadership role-specific training.

Why Join Greenhill House?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced catering professional to join a modern residential home and make a genuine difference to the dining experience of our residents.

There is significant scope for the successful Catering Manager to bring their ideas, experience and leadership to the role, develop the catering service and help establish excellent standards as the home continues to grow.

If you are an organised, passionate and confident catering professional who enjoys leading a team and takes pride in delivering great food and exceptional service, we would love to hear from you.

Join Somerset Care and help us make every meal matter.

INDKIT

Pay: £17.16-£18.21 per hour

Expected hours: 39.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person