Head chef Work, Jobs in Erith, Greater London (with Salaries)

Head Chef
Aurem Care —North London
- £19 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Nursing home
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Chef Manager - Tonbridge
Chartwells —Tonbridge
- £47,815 a year
- Management
- Cooking
- School
- Employee discount
Chef Manager
Impact Food Group —Dartford
- £39,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
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Head Chef - Live in
Pub & Social - BRA_202 —Crayford
- Full-time
- English
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
TLC Care —Potters Bar
- Full-time
- Nursing home
- Cooking
- Hotel
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Executive Head Chef
Holroyd Howe —London
- £57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Team management
- Contracts
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Darby Digger —Wickford
- Up to £37,000 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Barnet Community Pubs Ltd —Barnet
- £48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- In-person
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Head Chef | Monday to Friday
Thomas Franks Ltd —London
- £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef and Kitchen Manager
Anchor Pub Bexley —Bexley
- £31,000 - £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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Metropolitan Police Hayes Sports Club Ltd. —Bromley
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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BaxterStorey UK —London
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Harvester - Rising Sun —Dartford
- Up to £39,000 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
The Telegraph —Putney
- Up to £58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Pizza Pilgrims —London
- £40,000 - £46,500 a year
- Referral programme
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wagamama —Richmond upon Thames
- £48,300 a year
- Full-time
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Botley Hill Farmhouse —Warlingham
- From £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Head chef
Gourmet Sushi Woolwich —Woolwich Riverside
- Full-time
- Cooking
- English
- Team management
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Head Chef (Live in available)
Pub & Social - BRA_202 —Ewell
- Full-time
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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School Head Chef - London
Chartwells —London
- £43,200 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Computer literacy
- Employee discount

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Head Chef

Aurem Care -
North London

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Job details

Full-time
£19 an hour
1 hour ago

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Cooking
Menu planning
Organisational skills
Kitchen management
Care plans
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Job Ref: AUR1625

Branch: Kenwood Nursing Home

Location: Kenwood Nursing Home, London (North)

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Posted date: 28/07/2026

Closing date: 28/08/2026

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community?

Do you have a passion for cooking and experience managing a kitchen team?

Would you enjoy working closely with residents in a care home to provide nutritious, high-quality meals?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team within our care home.

You will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the kitchen operation, ensuring meals are prepared to the highest standards, delivered on time, and tailored to meet the needs of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate all kitchen operations to ensure food is prepared to agreed standards and deadlines.
Implement and oversee kitchen controls, including menus, hygiene, health and safety, staffing, cleaning, and waste management.
Recruit, supervise, train, and develop kitchen staff within agreed guidelines.
Manage catering consumables and food ordering.
Maintain full compliance with HACCP procedures, ensuring all documentation is completed and signed correctly.
Complete monthly kitchen audits and report findings to the Home Manager.
Create balanced, nutritious menus within agreed budgets, considering variety, presentation, and nutritional value.
Consult regularly with residents to ensure their dietary needs, preferences, and choices are met.
Prepare specialist diets as directed by nursing staff.
Monitor and maintain agreed food stock levels.
Implement and maintain a deep-cleaning schedule for the kitchen.
Conduct monthly stock takes.
Produce and manage four-weekly staff rotas.
Work within agreed budget guidelines.
Assist with planning and costing menus for special functions and events.
Support requests from residents and the Home Manager whenever possible.
Attend resident and relative meetings where appropriate.
Conduct staff supervision sessions in line with company policies.
Complete staff performance and personal development reviews.
Undertake any additional duties required to support the effective delivery of services within the home.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

Previous experience working as a Head Chef (Working in a similiar enviroment would be preferred)
Experience managing and motivating a team.
Strong understanding of balanced menu planning.
Ability to cater for a variety of dietary requirements and specialist diets.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A genuine commitment to enhancing the wellbeing and dining experience of our residents.

What We Offer

Full-time, permanent contract
40 hours per week, including weekend working
£19.00 per hour ( Equivalent to £39,520 per annum)
28 days annual leave, including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time contracts)
Life insurance
Free DBS check (terms and conditions apply)
Free on-site parking
Company pension scheme
Wagestream – access earned wages before payday
Employee Assistance Programme providing healthcare and mental health support
Free in-house training through our e-learning platform, Hippo
Fully funded apprenticeship opportunities
Annual salary review
A supportive organisation that values and empowers its people

Important Note

Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation. All applicants must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure it independently.

Why Join Aurem Care?

Aurem Care has been recognised with the prestigious Top 20 Care Home Group Award by carehome.co.uk, reflecting our commitment to delivering outstanding care across the UK.

Our homes are built around people caring for people. We believe every care home should be a happy home for residents, loved ones, and staff alike.

Our values guide everything we do:

Diversity • Integrity • Fun • Commitment • Connection

If these values resonate with you and you're ready to make a difference then apply now and become a vital part of the Aurem Care family!

Kenwood nursing home in North London is a charming converted Victorian home for up to 32 people who require nursing care or who are living with dementia. Led by a caring friendly team, alongside comfortable living accommodation, en-suite facilities, conservatory leading to a well-tended garden, you’ll really feel at home. We can provide a variety of types of care, dependent on your assessed requirements. There are 32 bedrooms, 21 of which are en suite, arranged over two floors and serviced by two lifts. Kenwood is the ideal place for individuals who require specialist dementia care, and with 24-hour nurse call systems, smoke detectors in every room and detailed person-centred care plans, you can rest assured you’re in safe hands with us. We provide activities and events, organise hair appointments, arrange visits from healthcare professionals, serve delicious freshly cooked meals, and encourage your independence as much as possible. At Kenwood, we understand that you are unique and will work with you and your family to provide a person-centred care plan, for your comfort and well-being.

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