Head Chef: Caring Home‑Cooked Meals & Team Lead

Hartford Care; Hythe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Care in Hythe, Hampshire is seeking a Head Chef to run the kitchen at West Cliff Hall Care Home. You will lead the kitchen team, prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents and ensure high food hygiene standards in a caring environment.

You’ll discuss menus with residents, supervise staff, and contribute to a warm, supportive dining experience that reflects the company’s values.

Qualifications

• Essential: compassionate and caring nature.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to use IT systems.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Ability to prepare, cook and present a variety of appetising and nutritious home-made meals.
• Understanding of different diets and dietary requirements.
• Flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Run and manage the kitchen service and team members.
• Provide home-cooked, nutritious meals for residents while maintaining food hygiene.
• Work with the team to create a happy and caring atmosphere.
• Discuss menus with residents and participate in activities related to dining.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT systems

Menu planning

Food preparation

Job description

Hartford Care in Hythe, Hampshire is seeking a Head Chef to run the kitchen at West Cliff Hall Care Home. You will lead the kitchen team, prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents and ensure high food hygiene standards in a caring environment.

You’ll discuss menus with residents, supervise staff, and contribute to a warm, supportive dining experience that reflects the company’s values.