Care Kitchen Lead - Menu & Nutrition Focus

Medirest; Andover; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Career Pathways

MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Groceries discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Discounts for friends/family

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef Manager for Millway House to lead the kitchen team, plan and deliver nutritious, comforting meals for residents, and maintain high standards of care. You will drive menu planning, staff development, and ensure smooth day-to-day operation in a caring environment.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, budgeting, stock control, and compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, while delivering meals suitable for various dietary needs and ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen team in care, healthcare, or hospitality.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Focus on nutritious meals and high presentation standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and maintain high standards.
• Plan, prepare and deliver nutritious meals for residents.
• Manage and develop the kitchen team.
• Oversee stock control, ordering and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Budget management

Food safety standards

Staff development

Menu planning

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef Manager for Millway House to lead the kitchen team, plan and deliver nutritious, comforting meals for residents, and maintain high standards of care. You will drive menu planning, staff development, and ensure smooth day-to-day operation in a caring environment.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, budgeting, stock control, and compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, while delivering meals suitable for various dietary needs and ensuring