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Head Chef

Location: Knutsford, WA16 8AQ

Company: Meridian Business Support

Salary: £16.50 to £16.50 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 30 Sept 2026

Closing date: 29 Oct 2026

Head Chef – Care Home

Location – Knutsford, Cheshire

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen in our care home and provide fresh, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare high-quality meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences
• Create varied and nutritious menus
• Lead and supervise the kitchen team
• Manage stock, food orders, and kitchen budgets
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness
• Minimise food waste and maintain an organised kitchen

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations
• Experience managing and training kitchen staff
• Understanding of special diets and nutritional requirements
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent (desirable)
• Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme and paid annual leave

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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