Chef Manager Chelmsford (CM2)

Quest Employment

Chelmsford

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Quest Employment is hiring a Chef Manager in Chelmsford (CM2) to lead the kitchen within a residential care home. This full-time role focuses on delivering nutritious, high-quality meals and managing kitchen operations with a hands-on leadership approach.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, practical culinary skills, and a commitment to resident wellbeing. Immediate start available with a competitive salary around £35,000–£37,440 depending on experience.

Qualifications

  • Hands-on chef with strong leadership skills and a focus on nutritious meals.
  • Experience in overseeing kitchen operations in a residential care setting (implied).

Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen within a residential care home in Chelmsford (CM2).
  • Deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to residents.
  • Manage kitchen operations and supervise kitchen staff with a hands-on approach.

Skills

Leadership
Cooking

Job description

Quest Employment is hiring a Chef Manager Chelmsford (CM2) based in Chelmsford, Essex, South East, UK.

This is a Full time opportunity (£35,000).

£37,440| Residential Care Home | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced Chef Manager looking for your next opportunity? We're recruiting for a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen within a welcoming residential care home in Chelmsford (CM2).

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on chef with strong leadership skills who is passionate about delivering nutritious, high-quality meals while managing ...

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