Head Chef – Care Home - Come and Join Us and Make a Real Difference Every Day
We are looking for a talented and compassionate Head Chef to join our friendly care home team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a role where your work truly matters — improving the wellbeing and happiness of our residents every single day.
Location
Newland House - Witney, Oxfordshire (OX28 3JG)
Hours
Full-time (40 hours per week - includes alternate weekend working). Daytime shifts only - no unsociable hours or late nights
Your Role:
- Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
- Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
- Manage stock and minimise waste
- Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience
What we’re looking for:
- Previous Chef/Head Chef experience
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
- Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)
- Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude
Why join us?
- No out-of-hours working – no late nights or unsociable hours
- Consistent daytime shifts for a great work-life balance
- Free meals on shift
- Free on-site parking
- Paid holiday + pension scheme
- Paid DBS check
- Ongoing training & development opportunities
- Supportive, friendly working environment
Enjoy a better work-life balance in a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food — without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.
Pay: £16.55-£17.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
