Traveling Care Home Chef & Kitchen Lead

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; Winchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Free Initial DBS

Life Assurance

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Not for Profit Care Provider

Early Pay

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Changeworknow is seeking an Operational Peripatetic Chef to travel between care homes from Winchester to East Grinstead, delivering safe, high-quality catering services across multiple sites. You will stabilize services, lead teams, and ensure standards are met while maintaining patient nutrition and compliance.

The role requires a qualified chef with experience in care-based catering, the ability to lead by example, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• A qualified Chef with experience in high-volume or care-based catering.
• Confident stepping into new environments and leading by example.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety and compliance standards.
• Flexible and willing to travel across multiple sites.
• Highly organised, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant food services.
• Step in to support kitchens during absence or operational challenges.
• Troubleshoot service issues and improve performance.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, nutrition, and regulatory standards.
• Train and support kitchen teams to maintain consistency.

Skills

Qualified Chef

Full UK driving licence

Leadership experience

Job description

Changeworknow is seeking an Operational Peripatetic Chef to travel between care homes from Winchester to East Grinstead, delivering safe, high-quality catering services across multiple sites. You will stabilize services, lead teams, and ensure standards are met while maintaining patient nutrition and compliance.

The role requires a qualified chef with experience in care-based catering, the ability to lead by example, and a full UK driving licence.