Chef Manager

Bupa; Wembley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Annual performance bonus

Free meals on every shift

Healthcare benefits

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Long-service rewards

Gym discounts

Travel loan

Job summary

Bupa Middlesex Manor Care Home in Wembley is seeking a Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for residents. You will oversee menus, kitchen operations, and staff development, ensuring compliance with HACCP standards and budget targets.

The role emphasizes fresh ingredients, resident feedback, and a warm, resident-focused approach. You’ll join a supportive team with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the Bupa group.

Qualifications

• Experience in fresh food kitchen environments.
• Strong HACCP/COSHH knowledge and food safety qualifications.
• Experience leading and developing a kitchen team.
• Excellent planning and budget management skills.
• Creative menu planning and high standards of presentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team to excel in service.
• Create varied menus tailored to dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance.
• Manage stock, orders, budgets and supplier relations.
• Support events and activities within the home.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Budget management

Food safety

Education

Food hygiene qualifications

Job description

Job Description: Chef Manager Middlesex Manor Care Home, Wembley HA9 6DQ Permanent | Full Time | 40 Hours per Week (including some weekends) Up to £18.35 per hour, depending on experience £1,000 Welcome Bonus + Up to £3,000 Annual Bonus Potential CQC Rated Good | Carehome.co.uk Rating: 9.6 | Food Hygiene Rating: 5*

Lead a Kitchen That Makes Every Meal Matter At Bupa, food is about much more than nutrition—it’s comfort, connection, and one of the highlights of our residents' day. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team at Middlesex Manor Care Home, creating exceptional dining experiences that help our residents feel truly at home. Listening to residents, seeking regular feedback on meals, and understanding individual preferences are key to delivering a dining experience that is both enjoyable and meaningful. If you're a talented chef who loves working with fresh ingredients, enjoys leading a team and wants to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As Chef Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while leading and developing a dedicated kitchen team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating varied, nutritious menus tailored to residents' dietary requirements and personal preferences
• Preparing fresh, high-quality meals that residents look forward to every day
• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional dining experience
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance
• Managing stock, ordering, budgets and supplier relationships effectivelySupporting special events, seasonal celebrations and activities within the home
• Building positive relationships with residents and gathering feedback to continually enhance the dining experience

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who combines culinary expertise with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care through food. You'll have:

• Previous experience working within a fresh food kitchen environment
• Relevant food hygiene qualifications and a strong understanding of HACCP and COSHH
• Experience leading and developing a kitchen team
• Strong planning, organisational and budget management skills
• A creative approach to menu planning and food presentation
• A commitment to maintaining consistently high standards
• A warm, people-focused approach and a passion for making a difference

Most importantly, you'll understand the impact that great food can have on wellbeing and quality of life.

About Middlesex Manor Care Home

Food is a central part of life at Middlesex Manor. From freshly prepared daily meals and homemade cakes to special celebrations and themed events, our kitchen team plays a vital role in creating positive experiences and memorable moments for residents and their families. The home consists of three floors, with dining rooms and lounges located on each floor, supporting a vibrant community of 80 residents. As Chef Manager, you will lead the delivery of high-quality catering services across the home, ensuring every meal is nutritious, appealing, and tailored to residents' needs.

Why Join Bupa?

At Bupa, our purpose is simple: helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus
• Up to £3,000 annual performance bonus
• Free meal on every shift
• Bupa healthcare benefits and wellbeing support
• 24/7 access to remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Stream – access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday
• Enhanced sick pay
• Bupa pension scheme
• Long-service rewards and recognition
• Gym and fitness discounts
• Interest-free annual travel loan

Be You at Bupa

At Bupa, diversity is at the heart of who we are. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Please note, this role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is not included under the UK's Points Based Immigration System for sponsorship by an employer.

Time Type: Full time Job Area: Locations: Middlesex Manor Be at the heart of helping people live longer healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We employ more than 80,000 people globally who are making this a reality. If you've got the belief, the drive and the talent to help us in our ambition then we’d like to hear from you. Wherever you work, one thing stands out about Bupa people. Our customers are our passion – they’re at the heart of our positively different culture of care. At Bupa you’ll be challenged, you’ll be encouraged to innovate, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference.