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Head Chef

Head Chef

Avon Search • Chislehurst, Greater London, England
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Lead the Kitchen. Make a Difference Every Day.

Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for a rewarding role where you can showcase your culinary skills while enjoying an excellent work-life balance?

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the catering team within their beautiful Nursing Home in Chislehurst, Kent.

This welcoming home provides outstanding person-centred nursing and dementia care for 35 residents, with a strong focus on dignity, compassion and enhancing quality of life. Food plays a vital role in residents' wellbeing, and you'll have the opportunity to create nutritious, home-cooked meals that residents genuinely look forward to every day.

A Head Chef role with no late evenings and a fantastic 4-on, 4-off shift pattern is a rare opportunity.

The Role

As Head Chef, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring residents receive delicious, freshly prepared meals that meet the highest nutritional and presentation standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and serving high-quality, home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients
  • Creating varied and nutritious menus that cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences
  • Ensuring exceptional food preparation, presentation and portion control
  • Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, Health & Safety and infection control
  • Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team
  • Managing stock, food ordering and reducing waste
  • Building positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues
  • Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while delivering an outstanding dining experience every day

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • A passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills
  • A good understanding of food hygiene regulations and Health & Safety legislation
  • A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of older people

Previous experience within a care home, healthcare or hospitality setting would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

  • £18.10 per hour
  • Full-time, permanent contract
  • Fantastic 4-on, 4-off shift pattern
  • No late-night finishes
  • Complimentary meals, hot drinks and snacks during your shift
  • Bespoke induction and ongoing training programmes
  • Excellent opportunities for career development
  • Modern kitchen equipment and facilities
  • Custom-made uniforms provided
  • Company contributory pension scheme
  • A supportive management team and welcoming working environment
  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' lives every single day

Why Join This Provider?

This is more than a Head Chef position—it's an opportunity to become an important part of a close-knit care team where your skills will have a direct impact on residents' health, wellbeing and happiness.

You'll work for a provider that genuinely values its employees, invests in their development, and recognises the important role that great food plays in delivering exceptional care.

If you're looking for a rewarding leadership role with excellent hours, a supportive team and the chance to make every meal special, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity.

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