Head Chef
Catering and Hospitality - Harrier Grange Care Home
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £16.02 Per Hour
Shift Type: Days
Contracted hours: 40
Harrier Grange is a luxury, private care home in Hampshire offering Residential, Dementia, Nursing and Respite Care. Our purpose-built home provides a welcoming and supportive environment for up to 66 residents, where comfort, dignity and quality of life come first.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and ensure our residents enjoy nutritious, delicious meals every day. If you are a skilled culinary professional with a strong sense of leadership and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
* £16.02 per hour, plus a 50p enhancement for weekend shifts
* Contracted to 40 hours per week
* Pension scheme, Onsite parking
* Paid DBS, Uniform provided
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
What You’ll Do
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the full operation of the kitchen, preparing, cooking and serving a variety of meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. You will plan and cost menus in collaboration with the Group Executive Chef and Home Manager, using fresh seasonal ingredients to ensure a balanced and nutritious offering. You will oversee kitchen staff, provide guidance on hygiene practices, and conduct basic food hygiene training for care staff. In addition, you will manage kitchen rotas, support recruitment, and maintain accurate stock control and record keeping. Above all, you will ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and safely, delivering high standards of cleanliness, organisation and care in every meal served.
What We Are Looking For
* City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
* Experience supervising or managing a kitchen team
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to lead effectively and work on your own initiative
* Experience in specialised food preparation for varied dietary needs
* Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential
About Us
Harrier Grange Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating welcoming homes for residents and supportive environments where our teams can thrive.
Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to make a real difference in a professional kitchen where your work is valued, we would love to hear from you.