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Head Chef
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 16.5 - 16.5 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Knutsford
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head Chef
📍 Knutsford, Cheshire
💷 £16.50 per hour
🕒 Permanent | Days
📅 Closing date: 27/10/2025
About the Role
Minerva Recruitment are seeking an experienced Head Chef on behalf of our client, a respected care provider in Knutsford.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and motivated chef to lead a kitchen team within a nursing home setting. You will be responsible for creating nutritious and well-balanced menus, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and deliver high-quality meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs.
Lead, train, and supervise the kitchen team.
Oversee menu planning, stock control, and ordering.
Ensure full compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised kitchen.
Work closely with the management team to support resident wellbeing.Skills & Attributes
Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary role (care sector experience desirable).
NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
Strong knowledge of nutrition, dietary requirements, and food safety.
Excellent leadership and organisational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and motivate a team.
Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays as required.Benefits
Competitive pay – £16.50 per hour.
Paid breaks.
Enhanced rates for bank holidays.
Full DBS funded.
Uniform provided.
Comprehensive induction and training.
Career development and progression opportunities.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Blue Light Card Scheme (enrolment fee reimbursed).
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.📧 To apply: Please send your CV to (url removed)
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