SCHEDULE - MONDAY TO FRIDAY (OCCASIONAL WEEKENDS)

Enjoy your evenings free – perfect for work-life balance!
Are you an experienced chef ready to take the lead in a meaningful, people-focused environment? Do you thrive on delivering high-quality meals while guiding a team and shaping a service that truly makes a difference?
We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Chef to join our Independent Living team. As a senior kitchen professional on-site, you’ll play a key role in leading daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring a first-class dining experience for our residents.
This role offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling culinary career with a consistent daytime schedule—giving you your evenings back. While the role is primarily Monday to Friday, we’re looking for someone with the flexibility to support weekend cover when needed.

• Leading the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, seasonal meals that meet a variety of dietary needs
• Creating menus that reflect resident preferences, cultural diversity, and special dietary requirements
• Managing food budgets, stock levels, and supplier relationships
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (including HACCP and COSHH)
• Maintaining all due diligence practices to uphold a 5-star EHO rating
• Supporting and developing kitchen staff to maintain a high standard of service
• Monitoring kitchen equipment and cleanliness, and ensuring safe, efficient operations