Head of Hospitality

Lovett Care Group; Kings Hill; A distancia; GBP 26.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Career progression pathways

6 weeks annual leave prorated

Paid DBS and uniform provided

Paid training and induction programme

Refer a friend referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Lovett Care Limited is seeking a dedicated Hospitality Team Lead for Kings Hill Care Home in Kent to shape dining experiences and build the team from the ground up. You’ll manage dining room prep, ensure timely service, and uphold cleanliness and HACCP standards.

You’ll lead the hospitality team, coordinate with the Chef, and participate in resident activities. DBS checks are required; weekend pattern includes alternating weekends and 0800–1900 hours.

Formación

• Dining or Restaurant Supervisor experience is essential
• Previous experience working in a care setting is desirable
• Ability to effectively communicate with other members of the team is essential
• Participation in activities organised in the Home is essential

Responsabilidades

• Deliver high standards of hospitality service and support visitors
• Communicate resident requirements to the Chef
• Follow cleaning schedules and HACCP procedures
• Complete all required records, reports and HACCP paperwork
• Manage, allocate duties and supervise the hospitality team
• Coach staff and participate in their ongoing development
• Participate in activities organised in the home

Descripción del empleo

Be part of creating something extraordinary from day one. Lead the hospitalityteam at our brand-new, purpose-built care home where you'll shape exceptional dining experiences and build your team from the ground up.

About Kings Hill Care Home

Kings Hill Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built care facility set in one of Kent's most thoughtfully designed modern villages. Opening in Spring 2026, the home has been created from the ground up to support 78 residents with a wide range of needs, including residential, dementia, nursing and respite care.

Situated in the heart of Kings Hill—a thriving community known for its green spaces, safe walkways and strong neighbourhood spirit—the home will be woven into village life. Light, bright and welcoming, the building has been designed to maximise natural light and views of the beautifully landscaped gardens.

What you'll be doing

You'll lead our hospitality team to create smooth, efficient dining experiences for residents. This includes managing dining room preparation, ensuring timely meal service, and maintaining exceptional cleanliness standards.

• Deliver high standards of hospitality service and support visitors
• Communicate resident requirements to the Chef
• Follow cleaning schedules and HACCP procedures
• Complete all required records, reports and HACCP paperwork
• Manage, allocate duties and supervise the hospitality team
• Coach staff and participate in their ongoing development
• Participate in activities organised in the home

Skills and experience required

• Dining or Restaurant Supervisor experience is essential
• Previous experience working in a care setting is desirable
• Ability to effectively communicate with other members of the team is essential
• Participation in activities organised in the Home is essential

The Benefits

• Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Paid DBS and uniform provided
• Paid training and excellent induction programme
• Refer a friend referral scheme
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme and wellbeing programmes
• Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
• Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day
• Pension scheme and EarlyPay access

At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more. Not out of duty or pity, but because they've earned it, and because the good life doesn't stop at 80, 90, or 100. Our homes aren't waiting rooms. They're communities where people thrive, where days are full of possibility, voices are heard, and the wonder of people shines through in every conversation, every shared meal, every burst of laughter down the hall.

This position is subject to a DBS check

0800 - 1900 (with alternate weekend working)