Lead Chef Manager – Fresh Kitchen, Care Home

Bupa UK; Farnham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare

Annual allowance

Wagestream

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free annual travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Welcome bonus £1000

Job summary

Bupa UK's Waverley Grange care home in Farnham is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen and deliver nutritious, varied menus for residents. You will train the kitchen team, manage orders, maintain HACCP/COSHH, and ensure high dining standards across all meals.

The role is full-time, 38 hours per week with alternate weekends; salary £15.09–£18.03 per hour plus a £2,000 annual bonus and a welcome £1,000 bonus. Previous experience in fresh-food kitchens and hygiene certificates are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fresh food kitchen with high hygiene standards.
• Ability to train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Create varied and nutritious menus aligned with residents' dietary needs.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver excellent dining experiences.
• Maintain high kitchen standards and ongoing innovation in cooking.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking

Hygiene certificates

Job description

Bupa UK's Waverley Grange care home in Farnham is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen and deliver nutritious, varied menus for residents. You will train the kitchen team, manage orders, maintain HACCP/COSHH, and ensure high dining standards across all meals.

The role is full-time, 38 hours per week with alternate weekends; salary £15.09–£18.03 per hour plus a £2,000 annual bonus and a welcome £1,000 bonus. Previous experience in fresh-food kitchens and hygiene certificates are essential.