Chef Manager - Martletts Hospice
40 hours per week | £37,500 per annum | 5 days over 7 (predominantly Monday–Friday)
We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen operation at Martletts. This role blends leadership with hands‑on delivery, covering both resident dining and the on‑site café.
While the current schedule is typically Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm, the role operates on a 5 out of 7 rota. There is a dedicated weekend chef in place, so the majority of shifts will remain weekday‑focused, with occasional flexibility required.
A key part of this role is the ability to confidently deliver Level 4 puréed meals, ensuring all dietary and texture‑modified requirements are met to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards
* Deliver safe, appetising, and nutritionally balanced meals, including Level 4 puréed diets
* Manage the day‑to‑day café operation alongside resident dining services
* Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily service
* Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
* Manage stock, ordering, and budgets effectively
* Develop and adapt menus to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences
* Maintain excellent standards of food presentation and portion control
The Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, senior living, or hospitality
* Strong understanding and experience with texture‑modified diets (Level 4 purée essential)
* A hands‑on leader with excellent team management skills
* Strong organisational and communication abilities
* Experience managing both retail/café and dining service operations is desirable
* Flexible and adaptable to a 5/7 working pattern
* Passionate about delivering high‑quality food in a caring environment
Benefits
* Contributory pension scheme
* Growth through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and more
* Savings on grocery shopping with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and others
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets
* Cash rewards on everyday spending
* Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year.
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