💼 Full-Time Position

Head Chef

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eRecruitSmart
📍 London, England, United Kingdom
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Location
London, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 03, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef to join our clients residential and respite care team at their outstanding CQC care home in West Wickham. In this role you will lead a team to run the catering operation within the Home. This includes preparing high quality home cooked, fresh, nutritional meals and catering for any dietary and cultural needs.

About the Role
 As Head Chef you will be responsible for the operational efficiency of the catering service, planning and preparation of food and beverages to the required standard within the budget limitations as agreed with the home management. Duties include:

  • Maintenance of the highest standard of personal management, hygiene and health and safety
  • Lead, motivate and direct a team of kitchen colleagues to deliver a first-class catering service to the residents 
  • Understand the individual nutritional needs and choices of residents at all times
  • Prepare menus in consul...