Head Chef

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home in Bromley is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead its catering services. The role involves preparing nutritious meals for residents, managing kitchen staff, and upholding high standards of food preparation. Candidates should have significant experience in kitchen management and a passion for quality. This full-time position offers competitive pay at £17.36 per hour, excellent work-life balance with a 4 on/4 off shift pattern, and opportunities for ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Complimentary meals and snacks

Ongoing training programmes

Custom-made uniforms

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a care home or restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage kitchen staff effectively.
• Passion for delivering high-quality meals that meet dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the catering services at the facility.
• Deliver delicious home-cooked meals for residents and staff.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.

Skills

Food preparation

Team management

Nutritional knowledge

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Overview

Vacancy: Head Chef (AV1866A). Location: Bromley. Hours & Shifts: Full-time – 35 hours per week – 07:00 to 18:30, 4 shifts on / 4 shifts off. Pay: £17.36 per hour.

This role is to lead and manage the catering services at a 65-bedroom care home in Bromley. The home offers residents elegant, comfortable rooms, inviting communal areas, and scenic outdoor terraces overlooking landscaped gardens and woodland. This is a Head Chef role with evenings off and a shift pattern designed for a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver appetising and delicious home-cooked meals for residents and staff
• Ensure fresh, nutritious meals are available at all times
• Maintain the highest standards of food preparation and presentation
• Cater to varied menus for our diverse residents
• Lead by example to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen
• Effectively manage and develop kitchen staff while fostering strong relationships within the Care Home

About the Organisation

This long-established Christian charity has served communities in South East London for over 100 years. Its first care homes for older people were opened in Bromley in the 1940s and 1950s. Today, it provides loving and comfortable homes to over 250 residents across five homes in Bromley and Southwark.

Every home is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that addresses residents’ social, physical, clinical, and emotional needs. All homes are safe, secure, fully meet statutory requirements, and are registered with the Care Quality Commission.

The organisation recognises that its most valuable resource is its staff. They are committed to ongoing training and development, with many team members having worked there for over four years, ensuring continuity of care and a supportive working environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £17.36 per hour
• Full-time 35-hour contract with 07:00 to 18:30 shifts, 4 on / 4 off
• Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift
• Bespoke company induction and ongoing training programmes
• Access to best-in-class kitchen equipment and technology
• Custom-made uniforms
• Company contributory pension scheme
• And much more

If you are an experienced, motivated Head Chef looking to make a real difference while working in a supportive and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team committed to excellence in care and cuisine!