Head Chef

Meridian Business Support
📍 Holt, Norfolk, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Head Chef – Care Home
Location - Holt, Norfolk

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen in our care home and provide fresh, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for our residents.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and prepare high-quality meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences
Create varied and nutritious menus
Lead and supervise the kitchen team
Manage stock, food orders, and kitchen budgets
Ensure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness
Minimise food waste and maintain an organised kitchenRequirements
Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef
Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations
Experience managing and training kitchen staff
Understanding of special diets and nutritional requirements
Excellent leadership and organisational skillsQualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent (desirable)
Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)What...

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Job Details

  • Location Holt, Norfolk
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category community-and-social-service
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 18, 2026