Regional Head Chef: Lead Care Home Kitchen Teams

Runwood Homes; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider is seeking an experienced Regional Head Chef to join their Hospitality team in the UK. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations across multiple care home sites, ensuring high food quality standards and resident satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have proven head chef experience, food hygiene certification, and a flexible, adaptable approach. Benefits include paid holidays, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for progression within the company.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Paid Mileage

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Free DBS Check and uniform

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, ideally in a care or healthcare setting.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across region.
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the management to create regular chef's forums.
• Ensure compliance with nutritional guidelines and individual care plans.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Food Safety & Hygiene Level 3

Organizational skills

Team player

Effective communication

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

A residential care provider is seeking an experienced Regional Head Chef to join their Hospitality team in the UK. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations across multiple care home sites, ensuring high food quality standards and resident satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have proven head chef experience, food hygiene certification, and a flexible, adaptable approach. Benefits include paid holidays, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for progression within the company.