Head Chef

16 Days Old

Head Chef Hours: 35 hours per week (45 days per week, alternate weekends) Salary: £32,240 £33,280 per annum
About the Role We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen within one of our care homes. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who wants to deliver high-quality, restaurant-standard meals while enjoying a better work-life balance no split shifts and no late-night finishes. As Head Chef, you will have the autonomy to design and deliver nutritious, balanced, and flavoursome menus tailored to residents individual needs and preferences. You will work closely with residents and the wider care team to create a dining experience that is enjoyable, inclusive, and person-centred. We are looking for a warm, motivated leader who takes pride in maintaining exceptional standards and understands the important role food plays in wellbeing and quality of life.
What We Offer 28 days paid holiday
Weekly pay
Company pension scheme
Blue Light Card and access to a wide range of retail, travel and leisure discounts
Employee Assistance Programme (available to immediate family members)
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
Free DBS check and uniform
Funded support towards NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Health and Social Care
Clear career progression opportunities
Free on-site parking
Employee of the Month recognition
Key Responsibilities Manage the kitchen within agreed company budgets
Plan, cost, and deliver varied seasonal menus
Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team
Ensure all dishes are prepared to specification and high standards
Oversee stock control, ordering, and waste management
Maintain full compliance with food safety, HACCP, and health & safety regulations
Ensure all dietary, nutritional, and specialist requirements are met
Deliver kitchen standards in line with company audits
Work collaboratively with management and care teams
About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef within a catering environment
Experience managing food margins and menu costing
Sound knowledge of special dietary and nutritional requirements
Intermediate or Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate
Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety compliance
Excellent leadership and communication skills
A calm, organised, and hands-on management style
Most importantly, you will have a genuine passion for delivering person-centred hospitality and creating a positive dining experience for residents.
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Location:
Benfleet
Job Type:
PartTime

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