Head Chef

Head Chef – Luxury Nursing Home | £39,000 | 40 Hours

This role is for an experienced chef who wants more meaning from their work — without sacrificing quality or creativity. As Head Chef in a luxury nursing home, you’ll lead a kitchen delivering fine dining style meals that genuinely improve residents’ wellbeing.

• Salary: £39,000 per year
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Location: Kingston Upon Thames
• Contract: Permanent, full-time

• Lead a kitchen producing beautifully presented, fine dining–style meals in a calm, well-structured environment.
• Make a real difference to residents’ health and wellbeing through personalised nutrition.
• Access training and development opportunities to support your long-term career growth.
• Benefit from a company pension scheme
  , long service awards, and wellbeing support.
• Onsite parking and a staff benefits portal with discounts and resources.

• Proven experience as a Head Chef
• Solid understanding of special diets, allergens, nutrition, and hydration
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality, well-presented dishes
• Strong organisation skills and a calm, reliable approach
• Food Safety Level 2 (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in a nursing home or care setting
• Experience managing and developing kitchen teams

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, well-presented meals every day.
• Design and adapt menus to meet individual dietary needs, allergens, and nutritional requirements.
• Ensure meals support residents’ nutrition, hydration, and overall wellbeing.
• Oversee ordering, stock control, and kitchen compliance.
• Maintain exemplary food hygiene and safety standards.
• Work closely with care teams to ensure a seamless dining experience for residents.

We move quickly and keep things straightforward. You’ll receive a prompt response, a clear interview process, and honest communication throughout. If you’re ready for a Head Chef role with balance, purpose, and pride — apply today.