Chef

Anchor Hanover Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Big-brand discounts

£250 refer-a-friend scheme

Blue Light Card savings

Job summary

The Manor House Roundhay in Leeds, part of Anchor Hanover Group, is seeking a Care Home Chef to lead with passion and craft nutritious, visually appealing dishes for 65 residents, while supporting the Chef Manager.

You will design seasonal menus, accommodate dietary needs, and keep kitchen operations running smoothly. This full-time role offers 40 hours across four days with every other weekend off, plus perks like big-brand discounts and a £250 refer-a-friend scheme.

Qualifications

• Lead with passion to design menus and deliver nutritious meals.
• Adapt meals to dietary needs of residents.
• Support Chef Manager and maintain smooth kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Design menus and experiment with seasonal produce.
• Cater to dietary needs with flair and ensure quality.
• Keep operations running in Chef Manager's absence.

Skills

Menu design

Leadership

Dietary accommodation

Job description

Care Home Chef | Full-time | 40 hours per week | 7:30am-5:30pm | Every other weekend off

Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat?

At The Manor House Roundhay in the heart of Roundhay, Leeds we’re not just cooking meals—we’re crafting experiences. As our new Chef you’ll support our Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious, and visually stunning dishes to our 65 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?

• Have Input in designing menus, experiment with fresh seasonal produce, and cater to unique dietary needs with flair.
• In the absence of the Chef Manager, keeping operations running as smooth as your signature sauces.

Work-Life Balance

• 40-hour weeks over 4 days
• 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
• 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.

What do some of our current Chef’s have to say? Check out our dedicated Catering page on our careers website to find out - https://www.anchor.org.uk/careers/where-you-fit/care/care-home-chef-and-catering-jobs-anchor

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK