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Chef Manager

United Kingdom, Maidstone Employment contract 32900.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Chef Manager – Meadow View, Maidstone Salary: £32,900 per annum Hours: 37.5 per week (mostly Monday–Friday) Shift Pattern: Typically 07:00 – 15:00 (flexibility available depending on business needs) Lead a Kitchen with Purpose in a Supportive Care Environment We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen team at Meadow View in Maidstone. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys a great work-life balance, with mainly Monday to Friday daytime hours, while still making a real difference through food. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and comforting meals to residents, creating a dining experience that truly enhances their day.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading the day-to-day running of the kitchen and setting high standards
  • Planning, preparing, and delivering fresh, nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs
  • Managing and developing your kitchen team, creating a positive, supportive culture
  • Overseeing stock control, ordering, and budget management
  • Ensuring full compliance with Food Safety, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations
  • Designing menus that are both appealing and suitable for a variety of dietary requirements
  • Maintaining excellent presentation and consistency across all meals

Requirements

  • Experience as a Head Chef or Chef Manager, ideally within care, healthcare, or hospitality
  • A strong leader who can motivate and develop a team
  • Passion for delivering high-quality food with a focus on nutrition and care
  • Good organisational and financial management skills (stock, budgeting, ordering)
  • Knowledge of food safety and compliance standards
  • Flexible, reliable, and hands-on approach

What we offer

  • 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
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