Chef Manager: Lead Fresh, Nutritious Meals for Residents

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

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.