Head Chef – Maidstone│£43,000 (DOE) plus excellent benefits
Lead a stable kitchen team, enjoy real work-life balance, and make a genuine impact as a Head Chef in a supportive care environment.
We’re recruiting an experienced Head Chef for a well-established care setting in Maidstone. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a kitchen team, deliver high-quality, nutritious meals, and create a positive dining experience for residents, all while benefiting from strong company support and long-term career stability in Maidstone.
Why apply / What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary of £43,000 per annum (DOE)
- One free meal per shift
- Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
- Increased annual leave with long service
- Cycle to Work scheme to support your health and commute
- An extra day off for milestone birthdays
- Company sick pay above statutory entitlement (subject to service)
- Refer a Friend scheme for permanent roles (T&Cs apply)
- Ongoing recognition, staff appreciation initiatives, and long service awards
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading, motivating, and developing a kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards
- Overseeing food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety regulations
- Planning menus that meet therapeutic and dietary requirements
- Managing recruitment, induction, and training within the kitchen team
- Ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations and effective communication
To succeed as a Head Chef with our client, you’ll have:
- Impeccable leadership, management and communication skills
- Proven experience delivering a high-quality service in a care environment
- Strong knowledge of dietary requirements (IDDSI)
- Experience recruiting, inducting, and training your own team
- Background operating as a Chef Manager or senior Chef within a structured kitchen
If you’re looking for your next step as a Head Chef in Maidstone, this is a fantastic opportunity to combine leadership, creativity, and stability in a rewarding setting. Apply now and take the next step in your career.
Job Number │ 934841 /INDCATERING
Location │ Maidstone
Role │ Head Chef
