13/03/2026
🍽️ Foodie Friday – Learning from the Best!
Today was a special one in the kitchen at Wellford Gardens as we welcomed Louise, our Divisional Director, for a development day with the team.
Louise spent time working alongside Casey, our Chef De Partie, who is currently progressing through her qualifications, as well as supporting the induction of our new Chef De Partie, Chris, who joined the team this week. It was a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, build confidence, and continue developing the skills that make such a difference to the dining experience for our residents.
Louise is a real driving force behind the food provision across our services. With a wealth of kitchen and catering experience, she brings a heartfelt dedication to the dining experience we provide every day.
Starting out as a kitchen apprentice, Louise worked her way through the ranks to become an Executive Chef, later bringing her expertise into the health and social care sector. It was here that she quickly recognised the need to elevate the quality and importance of food within care settings. Her passion, commitment, and determination to improve the dining experience for residents has been unwavering ever since.
Although Louise now oversees our collection of homes and has grown through roles including Home Manager, now our Divisional Director, food remains incredibly close to her heart. She continues to be a tremendous leader and mentor, supporting the next generation of catering professionals as they grow in their own careers.
You’ll see the team receiving the whole menu beautifully laid out in our servery, helping them visualise the dishes and understand how everything comes together before it reaches our residents’ tables.
A brilliant day of learning, mentoring, and inspiration in the kitchen which exactly what Foodie Friday is all about! 👩🍳✨
