Chef
Head Chef – Hours
📍 Abigil Lodge Care Home DH8 7NJ
💷 £. per hour
Create meals that truly make a difference.
At Harbour Healthcare, we believe great food is at the heart of great care. We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen at Abigail Lodge Care Home—a warm, friendly home where residents’ wellbeing comes first.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead day-to-day kitchen operations
2. Prepare fresh, nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs
3. Plan menus that residents enjoy and look forward to
4. Manage stock, suppliers, and budgets
5. Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
6. Lead, support, and organise the kitchen team (rotas & supervision)
7. Support events and special occasions within the home
What We’re Looking For
8. Experience in a care or similar environment
9. Catering qualification
10. Food hygiene certification
11. Strong organisation and leadership skills
12. A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
Why Join Us?
We don’t just offer a job—we offer a supportive environment where you can grow:
13. 💸 Early access to your wages (FlexEarn)
14. 🧠 Free counselling for you and your family
15. 🛍️ Discounts on shopping, travel & more
16. 🏆 Monthly staff recognition & rewards
17. 📈 Training and career progression opportunities
18. 💳 Blue Light Card discounts
19. 💪 Free wellbeing support, fitness plans & virtual classes
20. 🎉 Regular company events and incentives
21. 🚗 Free on-site parking
Good to Know
22. Enhanced DBS required
23. Two references needed
Apply Today
If you’re passionate about food and want to be part of a caring, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
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