HEAD CHEF Up to £35,400 per annum Lead a Kitchen That Truly Makes a Difference We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen within a large, well-established care home in Benfleet. This is more than just a cooking role — it’s an opportunity to positively impact residents’ daily lives through nutritious, high-quality meals prepared with care and consistency. If you are a strong kitchen leader who values quality, organisation, and purpose-driven work, this could be the ideal next step in your career. The Role As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring residents receive balanced, appetising, and well-presented meals tailored to their individual dietary requirements. You will: Lead, manage, and develop the kitchen team Plan and deliver seasonal, nutritious menus Cater for specialist and texture-modified diets Manage stock control, ordering, and budget effectively Ensure full compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Work closely with care staff to meet residents’ needs and preferences Organise themed meals and special dining events What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef Experience within care homes, healthcare, education, or high-volume catering preferred Strong knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements Confident managing rotas, GP margins, and ...