Near Saffron Walden, Essex
£35,000 - £40,000
Job Type: Permanent
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, talented HEAD CHEF to take the lead in a friendly care home environment, serving up delicious, nutritious, home-cooked food for up to 40 residents. This is your opportunity to showcase your skills, put your own stamp on the menu and create meals that residents look forward to every day.
What’s on the menu for you?
- Salary of £35,000–£40,000, depending on experience.
- A permanent position offering stability and the opportunity to make the role your own.
- A manageable setting, catering for up to 40 residents.
- The chance to cook everything from scratch, using your culinary skills to produce fresh, appetising and varied meals.
- A rewarding role where your food, care and attention help make a real difference to residents’ daily lives.
- Free meals on duty.
- Free on-site car parking.
Working hours that offer balance
- 5 days out of 7.
- Generally around 8:30 am – 3:30 pm.
- Thursdays: 10:00 am – 7:30 pm.
- Closed on bank holidays and Christmas
What will you be doing as HEAD CHEF?
- Planning exciting, varied menus that cater to residents’ tastes, dietary needs and nutritional requirements.
- Preparing and cooking fresh, delicious meals from scratch every day.
- Taking responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen, maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
- Managing food ordering, stock control and minimising waste.
- Creating a warm, positive kitchen environment where quality, consistency and care come first.
- Working closely with the care team to ensure residents receive meals that are both enjoyable and appropriate for their individual needs.
Apply today and bring your talent, personality and passion for food to a home where every meal matters.
