Senior Living Kitchen Lead - Head Chef | Flexible Hours

AWD online; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to deliver first-class catering services for a retirement housing scheme. The role includes responsibilities for cooking, team management, and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering for large volumes and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Benefit from annual leave, a contributory pension, and a health allowance.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing to 28)

Up to 8% contributory pension

Flexible working

Investment in learning and development

£300 annual health allowance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef Manager, Cook Manager, or similar role.
• Understanding of Health & Safety & Food Hygiene standards.
• Ability to manage back office administration effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to dietary needs.
• Lead a team and manage staff responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Team management

Catering for large volumes

Communication skills

Education

Catering / Cooking qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A leading catering services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to deliver first-class catering services for a retirement housing scheme. The role includes responsibilities for cooking, team management, and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering for large volumes and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Benefit from annual leave, a contributory pension, and a health allowance.