Head Chef - Luxury Care Home: Nutritious, Gourmet Meals

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

40 hours per week

Induction & training

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

Benefits portal

Company pension

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in a luxury care home. The role focuses on delivering fresh, nutritious, and beautifully presented meals tailored to residents' needs.

Responsibilities include menu planning with dietary considerations, maintaining top hygiene standards, and mentoring staff in a supportive, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef (nursing home or healthcare setting highly desirable).
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, hydration, food textures, and specialist diets.
• A recognised Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 or above preferred).
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt menus to meet individual needs.
• Genuine passion for creating delicious, nourishing meals that enhance wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, well-balanced meals tailored to residents’ needs.
• Plan, prepare, and cook menus with consideration for dietary requirements, food textures, allergies, and cultural preferences.
• Ensure all meals are prepared to the highest standards of flavour, nutrition, and presentation.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards in line with regulations.
• Manage stock levels, budgets, and suppliers effectively.
• Support and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and inclusive working environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Nutrition knowledge

Dietary adaptation

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in a luxury care home. The role focuses on delivering fresh, nutritious, and beautifully presented meals tailored to residents' needs.

Responsibilities include menu planning with dietary considerations, maintaining top hygiene standards, and mentoring staff in a supportive, patient-focused environment.