Deputy Chef Manager

TN United Kingdom; Corby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care and housing is seeking a passionate Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team in Corby. This role offers a unique opportunity to unleash your creativity by designing menus and crafting delicious, nutritious meals for residents. With sociable hours and a focus on work-life balance, you will enjoy 40-hour weeks over four days, with every other weekend off. Join a supportive environment that values your culinary skills and offers professional development opportunities, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Big-brand discounts

£250 refer-a-friend scheme

Blue Light Card savings

Gym and fitness discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Pension plan with company matching

Ongoing personal and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment with a focus on creativity and leadership.
• Ability to cater to diverse dietary needs and innovate menu designs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering meals to 66 residents daily.
• Take charge of kitchen operations in the Chef Manager’s absence.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Menu Design

Leadership

Creativity

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Join Our Team at Priors Hall

Located in the heart of Corby, Priors Hall offers more than just meals—we craft memorable experiences. As our new Chef, you will support the Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious, and visually appealing dishes to our 66 residents every day.

This role is an opportunity to innovate, inspire, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic kitchen environment.

What’s On the Table?

1. Creativity Unleashed: Contribute to menu design, experiment with seasonal ingredients, and cater to diverse dietary needs with flair.
2. Step up to the Plate: Take charge in the Chef Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
3. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 40-hour weeks over 4 days, with every other weekend off to relax and recharge.

Why Choose Us?

• Sociable hours that suit your lifestyle
• Perks that matter: Big-brand discounts, a £250 refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings
• A chance to shine: Participate in our annual Chef of the Year competition and elevate your culinary skills

If you’re a passionate leader with a flair for flavor, this is your opportunity to make a mark. Apply now and help us create something extraordinary!

Curious about our current chefs? Visit our dedicated Catering page on our careers website for testimonials. (If viewing on Indeed, please copy and paste the link.)

Please note: All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

About Anchor

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our mission is to transform housing and care, ensuring everyone has a home where they love living in later life.

Being not-for-profit means every penny we make or save is reinvested into our residents, their homes, and our staff, leading to better care, higher wages, more training, and improved facilities.

A Rewarding Environment

Health & Happiness

• Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options

Finance

• Pension plan: contribute 4%–8%, with company matching
• Easy pension transfer services
• Savings, financial advice, loans, and free life assurance
• Shopping, holiday, phone, and tech discounts
• Ongoing personal and professional development
• Leadership online learning resources
• Career progression opportunities