Head Chef & Kitchen Leader — Seasonal Menus, High-Volume

Sanctuary; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Kingswear is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and enhance dining experiences. You will manage food service, design seasonal menus, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in high-pressure environments, strong leadership in kitchen management, and be skilled in budget control. Offered are competitive pay and benefits including extensive annual leave and health support.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 plus bank holidays)

Company-paid life insurance

Paid volunteering days

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a qualified chef, catering for large numbers in high-pressure settings.
• Strong ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workloads.
• Experience using online stock purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage food service operations, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Design seasonal menus that meet dietary needs and budgets.
• Control kitchen budgets, stock and purchasing.

Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience managing kitchen teams

Work under pressure

Budget management skills

Knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems

Job description

A leading care provider in Kingswear is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and enhance dining experiences. You will manage food service, design seasonal menus, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in high-pressure environments, strong leadership in kitchen management, and be skilled in budget control. Offered are competitive pay and benefits including extensive annual leave and health support.