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Head Chef

United Kingdom, Solihull Employment contract 16.61 GBP / Hour · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the team at Solihull Retirement Village. Are you currently working as a Head Chef or perhaps looking for career progression and believe you have the relevant experience? We would love to hear from you!

Job Responsibility

  • Working with the Lifestyle Manager to inspire, lead and have responsibility for the catering and hospitality team at Solihull Retirement Village and to exceed expectations on customer service, financial performance, and service quality
  • Be responsible for the delivery and management of the provision of food and beverage services across the Village, including bar and events
  • Work with the Village Manager to develop the strategy for the hospitality service to contribute to the Village's income strategy, including service diversification as appropriate (for instance, events and meal delivery)
  • Be involved in the recruitment of hospitality staff to build a motivated and qualified team
  • To contribute to the support offered to residents, working with other Village teams: Care, Wellbeing and Dementia Support, taking into account any specific dietary needs
  • To promote quality and value for money control procedures for procurement and stock management
  • Engage with residents on menu planning, pricing, and service provision
  • To actively monitor customer requirements and proactively address complaints and comments
  • Deliver a safe and compliant service within the legal frameworks of Health and Safety, Food Handling, and Hygiene.

Requirements

  • Experience in a previous Head Chef role or a sous chef wishing to progress
  • Ability to inspire and lead a team
  • Have empathy and understand our residents’ needs and dietary requirements
  • Experience across diverse hospitality settings
  • Menu planning and budgetary experience
  • Team player
  • Passionate and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.

What we offer

  • 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE)
  • Option to buy and sell holiday
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Cycle2work Village
  • Attendance Reward
  • Free Use of on-site Gym
  • Up to 9% Pension Contributions
  • Ongoing Training and Development
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