Head Chef – Fresh, Nutritious Menus & Team Lead

Barchester Healthcare; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Woking is seeking a motivated Head Chef to create high-quality, nutritious dishes and manage the kitchen team. This role offers chefs full autonomy over menu development, allowing for creativity in serving residents while delivering hotel-level standards without long shifts. The opportunity includes joining the Barchester Chef Academy for ongoing development and support. If you are passionate about food and resident wellbeing, apply today.

Benefits

Bonus for good inspection results

Refer a friend scheme

Access to retail discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Confidential counselling services

Qualifications

• A warm and engaging personality with genuine interest in resident wellbeing.
• Experience with fresh seasonal food and menu creation.
• Confidence in creating appetising and nutritious dishes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Develop and tailor menus around residents.
• Ensure high standards in cooking and presentation.
• Assist with front of house setup and budget management.

Skills

Personable approach

Experience in leading teams

Understanding of nutrition

Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH

Ability to engage with residents

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading care provider in Woking is seeking a motivated Head Chef to create high-quality, nutritious dishes and manage the kitchen team. This role offers chefs full autonomy over menu development, allowing for creativity in serving residents while delivering hotel-level standards without long shifts. The opportunity includes joining the Barchester Chef Academy for ongoing development and support. If you are passionate about food and resident wellbeing, apply today.