Head Chef | Lead Kitchen for Care Home Dining Excellence

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Salford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing

Nutritious meal during shifts

Job summary

Pendleton Court in Salford is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen, delivering nutritious, tasty meals tailored to residents' needs. This role focuses on high standards, team leadership and cost-aware operation.

You will manage menu planning, food preparation, stock control and compliance, while supporting staff development and maintaining a positive dining experience for residents and colleagues alike.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or managing a kitchen.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of dietary requirements and food safety.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, from menu planning to food preparation.
• Manage stock, ordering and budgeting to minimise waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and quality control.
• Develop and support the kitchen team to high performance.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Clear communication

Budget awareness

Food safety

Dietary knowledge

Proactive mindset

Education

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

Job description

Pendleton Court in Salford is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen, delivering nutritious, tasty meals tailored to residents' needs. This role focuses on high standards, team leadership and cost-aware operation.

You will manage menu planning, food preparation, stock control and compliance, while supporting staff development and maintaining a positive dining experience for residents and colleagues alike.