Job Description

About the company

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At Kingsley Healthcare, we are more than just a care home group - we are a proud, family-run business driven by a passion to make a meaningful difference in people's lives every single day. Our dedicated teams transform care into a calling, delivering excellence with compassion, integrity, and respect.

As the UK's only large care home provider to achieve B Corp certification, we continue to lead the sector in responsible, values-driven care.

In 2024 and again in 2025, we were honoured to be named Health Investor's Residential Elderly Large Care Provider of the Year

, a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation.

For eight consecutive years, we've been recognised among the Top 20 Large UK Care Home Groups by carehome.co.uk

, reflecting consistently high standards and resident satisfaction.

We are also proud to be a Real Living Wage employer

, ensuring that the dedication of our team members is valued and fairly rewarded.

Our commitment to people-first values has earned us outstanding workplace recognition, including a 4.7 rating on Glassdoor, a 4.5 rating on Indeed, and the No.1 ranking in the UK for wellbeing at work (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023).

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that puts both its residents and people at the heart of everything it does, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

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As a Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations. In addition to cultivating a positive dining atmosphere for residents and catering to their special dietary requirements, this role encompasses crucial responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment.

Reports to:

Home Manager

Skills and attributes

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Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting. Culinary degree or relevant certification. Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure. Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures. Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Education and qualification

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NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.

What will you gain?

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You will have the satisfaction of working with, and being supported by, an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

Allonsfield House Nursing Home, Woodbridge, Suffolk

Pay:

: 16 per hour

Type:

Permanent

Shift:

Days

Benefits

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Comprehensive induction and training programme.

Opportunities for

career development and progression.

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Scheme

. We'll reimburse the enrolment fee of this fantastic scheme that offers discounts on holidays, days out and over 15,000 national brands.

Refer a friend

and receive a thank you gift of up to 500

We'll pay

for your

full DBS disclosure

Your

uniform will be provided

- this is another cost that we think it's essential that we cover for you.

Enhanced rates of pay

for bank holidays

Paid breaks

- we think it's essential that all staff can take breaks without fear of losing money, so we

pay for you to have a break

during working hours.

Location

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Allonsfield House offers top-class nursing, residential and dementia care in the peaceful and picturesque setting of the Suffolk countryside. The home is within easy reach of neighbouring towns such as Ipswich, Woodbridge, Aldeburgh and Framlingham.




Campsea Ashe, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0PX

Your right to work in the UK

In accordance with the Asylum and immigration Act 2006 you will need to demonstrate your eligibility for employment in the United Kingdom.