Head Chef

Signature Senior Lifestyle Operations Ltd; Banstead; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in senior lifestyle services is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience for residents while managing and developing a team of culinary professionals. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, an NVQ Level 3 in Catering Services, and a proactive approach. This position offers a salary up to £49,500 annually, with generous benefits including extensive annual leave, health coverage, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 30 days annual leave

Workplace pension

Free meals on shift

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a busy kitchen.
• Supervisory experience in a culinary environment.
• Full, clean driving license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and evolve a menu for residents.
• Lead and develop a team of chefs.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Menu creation

Catering Services NVQ Level 3

Awareness of COSHH

Health & Safety knowledge

Team management

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Catering Services

Job description

What Signature Offer

Up to £49,500 per annum

Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service

Workplace pension

Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours

Private medical insurance and company sick pay

Life Assurance Scheme

Blue Light discount scheme eligible

Refer A Friend Incentive £50 voucher and up to £1,000 cash bonus

Staff recognition scheme

Purple Heart Award

Ongoing career training and development

Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services

Plus cycle to work scheme, study support, long service awards and more

Transport Links

Commuting - Banstead nearest train station

Walking - 1 mile from nearest train station

Close to 166 or S1 bus route

Your Role at Signature

The Head Chef is the heart and soul of our kitchen, in charge of creating a menu that offersVRTX residents an unrivalled dining experience. You’ll help create and evolve the food offering across خدمة all areas of our community to produce the highest standards, ensuring food is delicious, seasonal and cost-effective. You’ll be confident devising dishes for special dietary requirements, whatever the expectations of our diners, while meeting all their nutritional needs.

You’ll also be leading a team, managing and developing a Sous Chef, Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs, helping them to grow and develop.

What we’re looking for

We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

You’re a confident leader, well‑versed in how to manage a busy kitchen, with NVQ Level 3 in Catering Services. Supervisory experience, awareness of COSHH, working knowledge of Health & Safety and a full, clean driving licence are a big advantage.

About Signature

Signature Senior Lifestyle offers unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents’ lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.

Wake up to the passion inside you. Apply to Signature Senior Lifestyle today.