Head Chef - Norwich

Mansell Consulting Group Ltd; Broadland; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home hospitality provider in Broadland is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and design nutritious menus. Enjoy a work-life balance with no split shifts and the freedom to showcase your culinary creativity. The ideal candidate has experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef. Join a supportive team and make a difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Creative menu design freedom

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or long-term Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to design varied and nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, including food preparation and budgeting.
• Design and deliver menus in consultation with residents.
• Train kitchen staff to maintain excellence in service.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Team management

Attention to detail

Job description

Head Chef - Join Our Care Home Hospitality Team

Are you a talented and passionate chef looking for a new opportunity that offers work-life balance without compromising on quality and creativity?

At our Care Home, we're currently recruiting for a Head Chef to lead our Hospitality team. This is your chance to deliver restaurant and hotel-standard cuisine—but without the long hours and split shifts typical of the industry.

👨🍳 About the Role:

As Head Chef, you'll have full autonomy over your kitchen and menus. You'll be encouraged to create nutritious, flavoursome, and well‑balanced meals, tailored to the needs and preferences of our residents. By engaging with residents directly, you'll ensure their voices are heard and their tastes reflected in our seasonal and diverse menus.

🌟 What We’re Looking For:

We're seeking a warm, motivated, and passionate culinary professional who takes pride in high standards and quality service. You'll be a key figure in delivering a person‑centred dining experience, where every meal is made with care, creativity, and attention to detail.

✅ Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, including food preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
• Design and deliver varied, nutritious menus in consultation with residents.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Train and support kitchen staff to maintain excellence in hospitality service.
• Work collaboratively with care staff to meet individual dietary needs.

🕓 Why Join Us?

• No split shifts or late nights—enjoy a healthy work‑life balance.
• Creative freedom to design your own menus.
• Be part of a supportive and values‑led team.
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents.

4 x 10 hour days, Alternate Weekends off. Care home experience is not essential; candidates with previous experience as a Head Chef or long‑term Sous Chef would be highly suitable.