Head Chef - Caring Kitchen Leader (40h, Day Shifts)

Stow Healthcare Group; Brandon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Pension

Uniform

WiFi

DBS check

Staff meals

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards recognition

Job summary

Stow Healthcare Group is recruiting a Head Chef to lead a kitchen team including a deputy cook and kitchen assistants. You will plan and prepare fresh meals for elderly residents, ensuring high standards and variety.

In this role you will manage stock, rota planning, and maintain SFBB standards, with 40 hours per week in a full-time, daytime schedule and no evening work—alternating weekends. A caring, people-centred approach is essential.

Qualifications

• A professional kitchen background with experience leading a team.
• Ability to handle dietary requirements and special diets.
• Passion for quality food and making a difference in residents’ lives.
• Flexible, patient, caring attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Heading up a team including, a deputy cook and kitchen assistants
• Preparing fresh, delicious meals for elderly residents
• Supporting residents to live fulfilling lives
• Manage stock control and complete rotas
• Maintain the kitchen to SFBB standards

Skills

Professional kitchen exp

Dietary requirements

Quality food focus

People skills

English language

Job description

Stow Healthcare Group is recruiting a Head Chef to lead a kitchen team including a deputy cook and kitchen assistants. You will plan and prepare fresh meals for elderly residents, ensuring high standards and variety.

In this role you will manage stock, rota planning, and maintain SFBB standards, with 40 hours per week in a full-time, daytime schedule and no evening work—alternating weekends. A caring, people-centred approach is essential.