Head Chef Manager — Care Home Kitchen Lead

Harbour Healthcare; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care home in Houghton-le-Spring is urgently seeking a skilled Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and ensure high food quality. The successful candidate will be responsible for meal preparation, stock management, and supervising kitchen staff. Ideal candidates should possess catering qualifications and experience in a care setting. This role offers competitive pay and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Earned wage access

Free counselling services

Employee recognition awards

Training and career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Discount on eye care

£30 gift voucher monthly for Employee of the Month

Referral bonus up to £250

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting and kitchen management.
• Ability to plan menus and manage stocks.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen functions including ordering and preparation.
• Support meal preparation and manage food safety checks.
• Work with Activities Team for special events.

Skills

Culinary experience

Management experience

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualification(s) in catering

Qualification(s) in food safety/hygiene

Job description

A community care home in Houghton-le-Spring is urgently seeking a skilled Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and ensure high food quality. The successful candidate will be responsible for meal preparation, stock management, and supervising kitchen staff. Ideal candidates should possess catering qualifications and experience in a care setting. This role offers competitive pay and numerous employee benefits.