Head Chef

Job Description

Our client is looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen in a beautiful care home setting surrounded by stunning gardens. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef to design and deliver menus that balance nutrition, flavour and presentation supporting the health and wellbeing of older adults.

With no evening shifts and a supportive working environment this role offers the chance to combine professional creativity with a better work‑life balance.

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready for the next step.
• Ideally experience working in a nursing home care home or similar healthcare environment.
• Excellent knowledge of nutrition, special diets, allergies and hydration.
• Strong leadership, organisation and kitchen management skills.
• Ability to create appealing, nutritious and high‑quality meals for older adults.
• Food hygiene and safety certifications (or willingness to update as required).

• 40 hours per week with no evening shifts.
• Pension scheme.
• Access to a dedicated training academy.
• Long service awards recognising your commitment.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Staff benefits portal with a range of discounts and offers.

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high‑quality meals in a care home setting.
• Plan and prepare seasonal menus that cater for a variety of dietary needs including allergies, modified textures and hydration requirements.
• Ensure meals meet both nutritional standards and a fine dining presentation.
• Oversee food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance.
• Manage stock ordering and kitchen budgets effectively.
• Provide training and guidance to kitchen staff fostering a positive team environment.
• Work collaboratively with care staff to support residents' health and wellbeing through tailored diets.

Reference : WILL
176388 / JR

INDNUR

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Kitchen Management Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Food Industry, Cooking, Cost Control, Baking, Sanitation, Leadership Experience

Employment Type

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Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1