Chef

Anchor; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit care provider is seeking a Chef Manager in Birmingham to lead the kitchen team and create delicious, nutritious meals for 41 residents. The role offers sociable shift times and every other weekend off. Candidates should have experience in culinary leadership and be able to cater to unique dietary needs. This position is an exciting opportunity to innovate in a supportive environment while making a positive impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Big-brand discounts

£250 refer-a-friend scheme

Access to fitness and wellbeing discounts

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a culinary role with a focus on nutrition and presentation.
• Leadership skills to manage a kitchen team effectively.
• Ability to develop menus and cater to special dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to prepare meals for residents.
• Design menus using fresh seasonal produce.
• Ensure a smooth operation of kitchen activities.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Team Management

Catering to dietary needs

Job description

Care Home Chef / Sociable shift times - 7 : 30am to 5 : 30pm / Every other weekend off

Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat?

At Madeleine House in the heart of Stechford, Birmingham, we’re not just cooking meals—we’re crafting experiences. As our new Chef Manager you’ll lead the charge in delivering delicious, nutritious, and visually stunning dishes to our 41 residents every single day.

This isn’t your average kitchen role—it’s your chance to innovate, inspire, and make a real impact.

What’s On the Table?

• Creativity Unleashed : Design menus, experiment with fresh seasonal produce, and cater to unique dietary needs with flair.
• Lead Like a Pro : Manage a talented kitchen team, keeping operations as smooth as your signature sauces.
• Work-Life Balance : 40-hour weeks over 4 days, with every other weekend off to relax and recharge.

Why Choose Us?

• Sociable hours that work for you
• Perks that matter : Big-brand discounts, a £250 refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings
• A chance to shine : Compete in our annual Chef of the Year competition and take your skills to the next level

If you’re a passionate leader with a flair for flavour, this is your chance to make your mark. Apply now, and let’s create something extraordinary together!

What do some of our current Chef Managers have to say? Check out our dedicated Catering page on our careers website to find out - (if you are viewing this on Indeed, please copy and paste the link)

Please note :

All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK.

Our housing leasehold and rented schemes are about providing older people with independence and security within a happy community. Residents look to us to provide them with a safe, well-maintained home and take the stress out of everyday life.

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not‑for‑profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not‑for‑profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

• Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options
• Access to online GP appointments

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

• Ongoing personal and professional development programme
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated Please follow the link or copy and paste

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.

We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.

We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes.