Regional Head Chef — Lead and Elevate Care Home Dining

Runwood Homes; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Paid mileage

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee assistance

Induction & training

Free DBS & uniform

Career progression

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking an experienced Regional Head Chef to support kitchen operations across multiple care home sites within a region. The role requires travel and a focus on high standards of food quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

You will work with Regional Support Chef and Group Hospitality Manager, auditing and training staff, and stepping in during absences to ensure consistent meals for residents across the region.

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef experience in care/healthcare settings preferred.
• Strong people management and coaching abilities.
• Commitment to high standards of food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations across multiple care homes within region.
• Audit kitchens to ensure policy and mealtime standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Flexibility

Staff training

Education

Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene

Job description

Runwood Homes is seeking an experienced Regional Head Chef to support kitchen operations across multiple care home sites within a region. The role requires travel and a focus on high standards of food quality, safety, and resident satisfaction.

You will work with Regional Support Chef and Group Hospitality Manager, auditing and training staff, and stepping in during absences to ensure consistent meals for residents across the region.