Kitchen Manager

Avon Search & Selection; Tetbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late nights

Daytime hours

Complimentary meals

Pension scheme

Induction programme

Training & development

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef in Tetbury to lead the catering team within a care home setting. You will deliver nutritious, home‑cooked meals and manage the kitchen operation to ensure high standards and resident satisfaction.

The role offers a circa £30,000 per annum salary, 40 hours per week (8:00am - 7:00pm), excellent benefits, and a supportive environment with opportunities for development and progression.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Experience running a kitchen operation in a care or hospitality setting
• Experience managing food budgets and stock control
• Solid knowledge of Food Hygiene, HACCP and Health & Safety laws
• Passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals for residents

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional dining experience and manage day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients
• Create varied menus accommodating dietary requirements
• Control stock, orders and kitchen budgets
• Maintain high food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team
• Foster positive relationships with residents, families and staff
• Ensure efficient kitchen service with outstanding daily delivery

Job description

Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - AV2089

Location: Tetbury

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week (8:00am - 7:00pm)

A Rare Opportunity for a Head Chef Looking for a Better Work-Life Balance

Are you an experienced Kitchen Manager or Head Chef looking for a rewarding role with no late nights, a fantastic working environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference?

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead the catering team within their stunning, Grade II listed Care in Tetbury.

The home provides high-quality Nursing, Nursing Dementia, Residential and Enablement Care for up to 37 residents, and takes great pride in serving freshly prepared, nutritious meals that residents genuinely look forward to.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected care provider where quality food, resident wellbeing and staff development are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As Kitchen Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience while managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.

• Preparing delicious, home-cooked meals using fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Creating varied, nutritious menus that cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences
• Ensuring all food is prepared and presented to the highest standards
• Managing food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, Health & Safety and Environmental Health standards
• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while delivering an outstanding service every day

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Experience managing food budgets and stock control
• A strong understanding of Food Hygiene, HACCP and Health & Safety legislation
• A genuine passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals
• The ability to create an enjoyable dining experience for older people
• Experience within a care home, healthcare or hospitality environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of c£30,000 per annum
• Excellent daytime working hours
• No late-night finishes
• Complimentary meals, refreshments and snacks during your shift
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Access to modern kitchen equipment and facilities
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Supportive management team and friendly working environment
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives

Why Join This Provider?

This is much more than a Head Chef position.

You'll have the opportunity to create enjoyable dining experiences that bring comfort, pleasure and familiarity to residents every day. You'll be part of a caring, supportive team that values quality, compassion and teamwork just as highly as excellent food.

If you're looking for a role where your culinary skills are genuinely appreciated, your work-life balance is respected, and you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.