Chef Manager-Meadow View

Compass Group UK; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job description

Chef Manager Meadow View

£29395 per annum

37.5 hours per week

5 days per week

Shift Pattern: Saturday-Wednesday 7:00-14:00/ 08:00-15:00

This is to cover the lunch service.

Are you a passionate and experienced Chef looking for a rewarding leadership role in a warm and welcoming environment? We are seeking a Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team in a high-quality private care home, ensuring our residents enjoy delicious, nutritious meals every day.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive and friendly environment
• Enjoy a work-life balance with sociable hours
• Create homemade, fresh, and seasonal menus
• Make a real difference in residents’ lives

Your Role:

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals tailored to residents' needs
• Plan and create menus that are nutritious, varied, and cater to dietary requirements
• Manage stock and suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients and cost control
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness
• Engage with residents to understand their preferences and enhance their dining experience

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate chef with experience in a leadership role (e.g., Head Chef, Kitchen Manager)
• A strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs, especially for older adults
• Excellent team management and organisational skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (Level 3 Food Hygiene desirable)
• A caring and compassionate approach to food service

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0904/43099001/52732299/STC #White Oaks

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!