Head Chef - Caring Kitchen Leader in Elder Care

Care Concern Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Job summary

Averill House Care Home is seeking a Head Chef in Manchester to lead the kitchen, planning menus, preparing meals and managing stock and budgets. You will ensure high-quality, nutritious meals aligned to residents' dietary needs, while maintaining food safety and presentation standards.

The role offers a consistent day pattern with no late evenings or split shifts, plus opportunities for training and career progression within Care Concern Group.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Proven experience leading or managing a kitchen.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of dietary requirements and food safety.
• A proactive, reliable and quality focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, from menu planning to stock control and compliance.
• Drive budgeting, ordering and cost control while maintaining quality.
• Develop and lead a high-performing kitchen team.
• Ensure meals meet dietary requirements and maintain high presentation and food safety standards.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Leadership

Organisational skills

Dietary requirements understanding

Quality-focused approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent

Job description

Averill House Care Home is seeking a Head Chef in Manchester to lead the kitchen, planning menus, preparing meals and managing stock and budgets. You will ensure high-quality, nutritious meals aligned to residents' dietary needs, while maintaining food safety and presentation standards.

The role offers a consistent day pattern with no late evenings or split shifts, plus opportunities for training and career progression within Care Concern Group.