Kitchen Manager / Head Chef

A Rare Opportunity for a Head Chef Looking for a Better Work-Life Balance

Are you an experienced Kitchen Manager or Head Chef looking for a rewarding role with no late nights, a fantastic working environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference?

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead the catering team within their stunning, Grade II listed Care Home near Calne.

The home provides high-quality Nursing, Nursing Dementia, Residential and Enablement Care for up to 45 residents, and takes great pride in serving freshly prepared, nutritious meals that residents genuinely look forward to.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected care provider where quality food, resident wellbeing and staff development are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As Kitchen Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience while managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing delicious, home-cooked meals using fresh, high-quality ingredients
Creating varied, nutritious menus that cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences
Ensuring all food is prepared and presented to the highest standards
Managing food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets
Maintaining excellent food hygiene, Health & Safety and Environmental Health standards
Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team
Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while delivering an outstanding service every day
What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who has:

Previous experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Experience managing food budgets and stock control
A strong understanding of Food Hygiene, HACCP and Health & Safety legislation
A genuine passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals
The ability to create an enjoyable dining experience for older people
Experience within a care home, healthcare or hospitality environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary of c£30,000 per annum
Excellent daytime working hours
No late-night finishes
Complimentary meals, refreshments and snacks during your shift
Comprehensive induction programme
Ongoing training and professional development
Access to modern kitchen equipment and facilities
Company contributory pension scheme
Long-term career progression opportunities
Supportive management team and friendly working environment
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives
Why Join This Provider?

This is much more than a Head Chef position.

You'll have the opportunity to create enjoyable dining experiences that bring comfort, pleasure and familiarity to residents every day. You'll be part of a caring, supportive team that values quality, compassion and teamwork just as highly as excellent food.

If you're looking for a role where your culinary skills are genuinely appreciated, your work-life balance is respected, and you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity .

NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE WITH THIS ROLE
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed