Head Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Chichester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home in Chichester is seeking a dedicated 'Head Chef' to lead its kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing nutritious meals tailored to the dietary needs of up to 77 residents, all within a supportive and friendly environment. The role offers stability with day shifts only, ensuring an excellent work-life balance.

Benefits

Blue Light Card discounts

Discounts on holidays and leisure activities

Long service awards

Supportive team culture

Recognition and reward schemes

No late evenings - day shifts only

Qualifications

• Passionate and experienced in kitchen management.
• Skilled in creating varied and dietary-specific menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals.
• Oversee food safety, hygiene, and stock control.
• Manage kitchen budgets and supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Creation

Food Safety

Budget Management

Catering

Job description

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Head Chef – Care Home
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Salary: Approx. £33,000 per year
Hours: Full-Time – 40 hours per week

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-regarded care home provider, supporting their 77-bed residential and dementia care home in Chichester. The home is known for its warm, person-centred approach and welcoming atmosphere.

Why Choose Our Client?

Our client is looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a calm, caring environment where you can really make a difference to residents' lives. The role offers stability, daytime hours, and alternate weekends off – perfect for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What’s In It For You?

* Blue Light Card discounts
* Discounts on holidays, high street retailers & leisure activities
* Long service awards
* Supportive and friendly team culture
* Recognition and reward schemes
* No late evenings – day shifts only

What’s Involved?

* Leading the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals
* Creating menus that are varied, seasonal, and tailored to residents’ dietary needs
* Overseeing food safety, hygiene, and stock control
* Managing kitchen budgets and supplier relationships
* Catering for up to 77 residents

Sound like the role for you?
Click Apply Now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the Head Chef opportunity in Chichester.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Role: Head Chef
Job Number: 932768 | INDCATERING
Location: Chichester, West Sussex

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.