Head Chef

Glenholme Healthcare Group; March; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Head Chef for its facility in March, UK. The role entails delivering high-quality meals and managing kitchen operations while adhering to health and safety standards. The successful candidate will lead a team to create a welcoming dining experience and comply with nutritional guidelines while enjoying excellent benefits, including holidays and wellbeing programmes.

Benefits

28 holidays (including birthday off)

Quarterly Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme and life assurance

Reimbursed Blue Light Card

Hastee Pay available

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef is ideal.
• Experience in leading and motivating a kitchen team.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all staff are trained in COSHH and HACCP.
• Manage kitchen staff hiring, training and performance.
• Provide balanced meals meeting individual dietary needs.

Skills

Knowledge of COSHH

Knowledge of HACCP

Environmental Health Standards/Regulations

Leadership

Nutritional understanding

Meal preparation skills

Engagement skills

Job description

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Salary: £14.27 per hour

Location: Wendreth Court, Glenholme – March, PE15 8QT

Full Time, 40 hours per week

Glenholme Healthcare’s Wendreth Court is looking for a Head Chef to join our fantastic team!

We are seeking a Chef who can deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards and with care.

Benefits As a Head Chef

• 28 holidays (including your birthday off) plus additional length-of-service bonus holidays
• Quarterly Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff’s commitment and contribution
• Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme offering personal and everyday advice on child support, financial matters, mental health, and overall wellbeing*
• Pension scheme and life assurance cover*
• Reimbursed Blue Light Card*
• Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday, when you need it*
  
  

Experience Required From a Head Chef

• Knowledge of COSHH, HACCP, and Environmental Health Standards/Regulations
• Experience in leading, motivating, and inspiring a kitchen team
• A strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs
• Skilled in preparing meals using fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming dining experience
• Confidence in engaging with residents to design appetising, nutritious menus
• Previous experience as a Head Chef is ideal
  
  

Responsibilities As a Head Chef

• Ensure all kitchen staff are trained and aware of COSHH, HACCP, and health regulations
• Conduct kitchen audits and maintain accurate, up-to-date records
• Meet regularly with service users and families to gather feedback and adjust menus
• Manage the hiring, training, induction, and performance of kitchen staff
• Provide balanced, home-cooked meals that meet individual, cultural, and religious dietary needs
• Adhere to kitchen budgets for stock and materials
• Uphold the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety
• Maintain accurate records in line with Environmental Health, Food Standards Agency, CQC, and company requirements
• Stay current with required training and professional development
  
  

To join our dedicated team at Wendreth Court as our Head Chef, press apply today!

Inclusion & Equality at Glenholme

We are proud of our inclusive, respectful, and person-centred culture. At Glenholme, everyone is valued – our service users, their families, and every member of our staff.

Please note: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

• T&Cs apply to all benefits.
  
  

Job Code: GHWEN2

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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