Head Chef – Dayshift Lead Kitchen & Fresh Menus

Peoplebank; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

White House Care Home is seeking a Head Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen, delivering nutritious, high-quality meals and leading from the front. You will guide menu planning, food preparation, stock control and team performance to ensure an outstanding dining experience for residents.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, cost control and adherence to dietary requirements, with no late shifts and a clear career progression path within a supportive environment.

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, including menu planning and food preparation.
• Oversee stock control, ordering and budgeting to minimise waste.
• Ensure meals meet individual dietary needs and high standards of nutrition and presentation.
• Develop and mentor kitchen team to maintain high performance.

Skills

Leadership

Dietary knowledge

Proactive

Quality focus

Time management

Communication

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards

Job description

White House Care Home is seeking a Head Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen, delivering nutritious, high-quality meals and leading from the front. You will guide menu planning, food preparation, stock control and team performance to ensure an outstanding dining experience for residents.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, cost control and adherence to dietary requirements, with no late shifts and a clear career progression path within a supportive environment.