Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care home in West Byfleet as a Head Chef, where you'll lead a kitchen team dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences for residents. This role offers the chance to create varied, nutritious menus while managing a collaborative environment. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including a quality bonus scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Access to high street discounts

Free onsite parking

Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a head chef, preferably in a care home or healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Understanding of care home regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing nutritionally balanced menus catering to dietary requirements.
• Leading the kitchen team, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Managing food ordering and stock to maintain cost-effective operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Job description

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At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Head Chef to help us achieve our goals.

As our Head Chef, you will be leading, managing, and being accountable for the kitchen team to provide an exceptional dining experience for our residents.

Joining us at Charrington Manor, our luxury care home offering residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about residents' health and well-being.

We offer our colleagues:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Chefs Forum - opportunities for professional development, networking, and training across the industry
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile-friendly HapiApp benefits platform
• Free onsite parking
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral (T&Cs apply)
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support, and wellbeing services

What you'll be doing

• Planning and preparing nutritionally balanced, varied menus catering to dietary requirements (e.g., diabetic, vegetarian, allergen-free)
• Leading the kitchen team, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment that complies with health and safety standards
• Managing food ordering and stock, maintaining cost-effective operations without compromising quality
• Engaging with residents to understand their preferences and enhance their mealtime experience
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff to foster a collaborative and professional atmosphere

Could you be part of our team?

About You:

We’re looking for individuals with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to join our team.

• Proven experience as a head chef, preferably in a care home or healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen management, and food safety standards
• Leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team
• A friendly, approachable demeanor committed to excellent customer service
• Understanding of care home regulations is desirable
• Empathy and a desire to positively impact residents' lives
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment

If this sounds like you and you're seeking a role that makes a real difference, this rewarding career opportunity is for you.

Join us at West Byfleet's most stunning care home

Charrington Manor is a luxurious care home in West Byfleet, part of Hamberley Care Homes, offering premium care in beautiful locations across the UK. Residents enjoy spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, beautifully furnished shared spaces, and landscaped gardens. Facilities include a deluxe cinema for screenings and an on-site luxury spa with hairdressing, manicures, and therapies, all designed with the care and attention of a 5-star hotel.

We value our residents and staff alike. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Our creative and empowered team sees every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We turn ideas into action. Together, we can achieve anything. Be part of it!