Head Cook

About the role

The Head Cook will lead the residence kitchen, delivering high‑quality meals while ensuring strict compliance with hygiene and food safety standards. This role involves close interaction with residents to meet diverse dietary preferences and maintaining smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare meals to high standards, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain a clean kitchen environment to prevent contamination.
• Engage with residents to understand dietary needs and menu preferences.
• Oversee day‑to‑day kitchen management and staff coordination.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment and facilities for safety and functionality.
• Enforce safety and security procedures for all kitchen activities.
• Supervise cleanliness and organization of the entire kitchen area.
• Generate regular reports on kitchen activities for management.
• Control inventory and coordinate procurement of supplies as needed.

Required profile

• Culinary degree, certification, or equivalent qualification in hospitality or catering.
• 1–2 years proven experience as a chef, kitchen manager, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and nutritional standards.
• Excellent cooking and menu‑planning abilities for diverse diets.
• Effective staff management, scheduling, and workflow coordination.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Required skills

• Food safety regulations