Roaming Head Chef — Daytime, Fresh Kitchen Lead with Menu Autonomy

DISH; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Roaming Head Chef to manage kitchen operations across various care homes. You will be responsible for food quality, designing menus, and mentoring a kitchen team. The position offers a great work-life balance with day-time shifts and alternate weekends off. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in a similar role and a strong understanding of dietary requirements.

Benefits

5 day week over 7

Paid overtime

Career progression opportunities

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working as a head chef or kitchen manager.
• Experience in a care home/school or contract catering background.
• Comfortable with customer consultation for dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen team to ensure high food quality.
• Contribute to designing fresh food menus.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety.

Skills

Team management

Health & safety procedures

Customer consultation

Baking & cake making

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Job description

A catering service provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Roaming Head Chef to manage kitchen operations across various care homes. You will be responsible for food quality, designing menus, and mentoring a kitchen team. The position offers a great work-life balance with day-time shifts and alternate weekends off. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in a similar role and a strong understanding of dietary requirements.