Head Chef

PermanentNEW

Head Chef – Blackburn | £30,000 per annum & great benefits
A rewarding fresh food role within a luxury care home environment

We’re recruiting a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen within a high-end care home setting in Blackburn. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Head Chef who enjoys creating fresh, high-quality meals while building meaningful relationships with residents in Blackburn.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?
You’ll enjoy a supportive environment and excellent benefits, including:

• You’ll receive a salary of £30,000 per annum
• You’ll benefit from 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• You’ll be enrolled into a pension scheme
• You’ll receive statutory sick pay
• You’ll enjoy free parking on site
• You’ll be provided with meals during shifts

Key Responsibilities:
As the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience by:

• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen operation
• Preparing fresh, high-quality meals with excellent presentation
• Creating menus tailored to residents’ preferences and dietary needs
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and IDDSI standards
• Leading and motivating the kitchen team to maintain high standards
• Building positive relationships with residents and engaging with them regularly about food choices

What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for a passionate kitchen leader who brings:

• Previous experience managing kitchens within a care home or healthcare environment
• Strong fresh food background with luxury or fine dining experience
• Knowledge and understanding of IDDSI guidelines
• Experience working as a Chef Manager or supporting at Executive Chef level
• A proactive, friendly, and team-focused approach
• Genuine passion for food quality, presentation, and resident experience
• Strong leadership and organisational skills

If you’re an experienced Head Chef looking for your next opportunity in Blackburn, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a welcoming team in Blackburn where quality food and resident experience truly matter.

Job Number │ 936044/INDCATERING
Location │ Blackburn
Role │ Head Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.