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- Pay: £18.00 £18.25 per hour (plus weekend and Bank Holiday enhancements)
- Salary: £34,632 - £35,113
- Location: SG13 - Hoddesdon
- Shift Time: Days
- Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Hours: 37 hours per week (weekdays and alternate weekends required)
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to oversee the catering service in a care setting. You will be responsible for ensuring residents receive high-quality, nutritious meals that meet a wide variety of dietary needs, while managing the kitchen team and resources effectively.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership and organisational skills who is committed to providing excellent service in a supportive and caring environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide homely, nutritious meals that cater to diverse dietary requirements.
Plan and manage staff rotas to ensure appropriate kitchen cover.
Organise and oversee all aspects of catering operations, ensuring safety, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
Ensure statutory training is completed for catering staff.
Conduct regular stock takes and maintain agreed stock levels.
Build positive communication with residents, staff, and stakeholders.
Manage the catering budget and produce monthly financial performance reports.
Competitive pay with enhancements at weekends and Bank Holidays.
Career development opportunities and recognition of milestones.
Comprehensive in-house training from day one.
Free Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for work, family, and life).
Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service).
Free DBS check and uniform.
Access to retail discounts and offers.
Refer-a-friend scheme (£500 per referral).
Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
RequirementsPrevious experience as a Chef Manager or similar role.
Strong organisational and leadership skills.
Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
A passion for providing excellent meals in a care-focused environment.
Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available).
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