Head Chef - Care Home
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16 area)
Salary: £33,000+ per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (alternate weekends, no evenings)
Lead with Passion - Make a Real Impact as Head Chef in a Care Home Setting
Platinum Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly regarded residential care home in the Haywards Heath area. This 41-bed home has an excellent reputation for quality care and provides a warm, welcoming environment for both residents and staff.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, creating delicious, nutritious meals that support residents' wellbeing.
This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys delivering high-quality food in a calm, structured environment - with straight shifts, no evening work, and the chance to make a genuine difference every day.
What's In It for You?
Blue Light Discount Card
Holiday & days out discounts
Long service awards
Employee recognition programme
Fully supported induction into healthcare catering
Opportunities to mentor and develop junior team members through an internal Chef Academy
Supportive and inclusive working environment
What You'll Be Doing
Preparing fresh, nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences
Leading and inspiring a small, dedicated kitchen team
Creating seasonal menus using fresh, quality ingredients
Managing kitchen operations, stock control, and budgets
Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a passionate and skilled chef with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering quality, wholesome food. Experience within a care or healthcare setting is advantageous but not essential - full training will be provided.
If you're empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset, this could be the perfect next step in your culinary career.
Apply Now to find out more about this Head Chef opportunity in Haywards Heath.
Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Reference: (phone number removed) | INDCATERERING
Job Role: Head Chef
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
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