Chef Manager: Lead Nutritious, Resident-Focused Dining

Quantum; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + weekend/Bank-Hol.

Career development pathways

In-house training

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Company pension scheme

Free DBS check and uniform

Retail discounts and exclusive offers

Supportive, values-driven workplace

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen teams across several care homes. You will plan and develop nutritious, delicious menus, work with residents to tailor dishes to their tastes, and drive a high-quality dining experience in a caring environment.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong food hygiene credentials and the ability to supervise in the Chef Manager's absence, ensuring warmth, care, and quality on every plate.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and developing menus across multiple homes.
• Ability to lead and manage a kitchen team in the absence of the Chef Manager.
• Sensitive to the needs of older residents and their tastes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop standard recipes and menus across the homes.
• Work with residents to create new menus to meet needs and tastes.
• Lead the kitchen in the Chef Manager's absence and ensure safe, quality service.

Skills

Menu planning

Team leadership

Food hygiene

Resident engagement

Education

Intermediate Food Hygiene/ Safety (C&G 706/01, 706/02 or NVQ)

Job description

Quantum Care is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen teams across several care homes. You will plan and develop nutritious, delicious menus, work with residents to tailor dishes to their tastes, and drive a high-quality dining experience in a caring environment.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong food hygiene credentials and the ability to supervise in the Chef Manager's absence, ensuring warmth, care, and quality on every plate.