Head Chef

Avante Care & Support; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is seeking a Head Chef for its Chaucer House in Canterbury. You will oversee a kitchen team, ensuring the creation of delicious and nutritious meals while addressing the dietary needs of elderly residents. Join a supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free DBS check

Pension contributions

Free uniform

Training & development opportunities

Access to 24/7 virtual GP

Counselling services

Life Assurance

Employee of the Month recognition

Discounts at over 800 retailers

Qualifications

• Experience running a kitchen and managing a team.
• Strong understanding of elderly dietary needs.
• Relevant food/catering qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team in creating nutritious meals.
• Plan menus considering residents' preferences.
• Supervise kitchen staff to maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Team management

Elderly dietary needs understanding

Food hygiene practices

Friendly and flexible approach

Education

Relevant food/catering qualifications (Level 2 or higher)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Head Chef at Avante Care & Support!

Are you passionate about making a difference through food? Avante Care & Support, a leading Registered Charity, supports over 1,000 older adults through our dementia care homes and home care services. We’re looking for aHead Chefto join our friendly, caring team atChaucer House in Canterbury, Kent.

What You’ll Do:As a Head Chef, you’ll lead our kitchen team in creating nutritious, beautifully presented meals tailored to our residents' needs. From planning menus to supervising kitchen staff, you'll ensure every meal is made with care, consideration, and respect for residents' preferences, including cultural and religious dietary requirements.

You’re the Perfect Fit if You Have:

• Experience running a kitchen and managing a team
• A strong understanding of elderly dietary needs and food hygiene practices
• Relevant food/catering qualifications (Level 2 or higher)
• A friendly, reliable, and flexible approach to work

Perks You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive payandfree DBS check
• Pension contributionsandfree uniform
• Training & developmentopportunities to advance your skills
• Access to 24/7 virtual GP and counselling services
• Life Assurance
• Employee of the Month recognition andSparkle Awards
• Discounts at over800 retailersand more!

Why Choose Avante?As a not-for-profit organization, we’re committed to supporting not only our residents but also our team. With a supportive, team-focused environment and flexible working options, Avante Care & Support is a place where you can make a real impact every day.

Ready to cook up something amazing?Apply today!

Note: All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. We thank all applicants for their interest; shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.