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Head Chef - Benfleet Care Home

Job in Rayleigh, Essex County, SS6, England, UK
Listing for: Mansell Consulting Group Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Catering, Food & Beverage
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 33280 - 34500 GBP Yearly GBP 33280.00 34500.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Head Chef - Make a Real Difference in Elder Care Are you a passionate, experienced chef who loves creating nutritious, delicious meals? Join our care home team and lead our kitchen in delivering high-quality, comforting food that brightens the lives of our residents every day.
About the Role
As our Head Chef, you'll play a pivotal role in planning and preparing menus that cater to the nutritional needs, preferences, and special dietary requirements of our elderly residents. You'll lead a small, dedicated kitchen team, ensuring every meal is prepared safely, hygienically, and to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, prepare, and cook wholesome, balanced meals for residents, including those with specific dietary needs (soft or texture-modified diets)
  • Lead, train, and inspire your kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality food
  • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, safety, and health regulations
  • Manage kitchen stock, ordering, and budgeting to minimise waste while maintaining quality
  • Collaborate with care staff to meet residents' individual dietary requirements and preferences
  • Organise themed meals and special events to enhance resident wellbeing and engagement
About You
  • Proven experience as a Head Chef, ideally with experience in care, healthcare, or hospitality
  • Knowledge of nutrition for older adults and dietary adaptations (desirable but not essential - training can be provided)
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Passionate about delivering excellent food while improving the lives of residents
  • Highly organised, creative, and flexible
Why Join Us?
  • Make a real difference in residents' lives every day
  • Work in a supportive, friendly, and close-knit team
  • Enjoy opportunities for career development and training
  • Competitive salary and benefits
If you're ready to lead a kitchen where care, creativity, and nutrition come together, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us make every mealtime special.
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