Chef Manager in Enfield

Chef Manager – Woodbury Manor

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Location: Enfield

Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7

We are a leading Senior Living business dedicated to providing exceptional care and high-quality dining experiences for our residents. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where both our residents and team members thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef Manager working on a full‑time basis, 5 days out of 7, to be part of our kitchen team in Gravesend, delivering outstanding, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves food, has strong leadership skills, and enjoys working in a caring, people‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
• Innovate menus that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Benefits

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme.
• Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.
• Digital GP access for you and your immediate family, and wider healthcare benefits.
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and many more.
• Discounts on grocery from Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and many more.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets.
• Cash rewards on spend.
• Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes.
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family.

Job Reference

com/0704/42635001/52786927/R/STC #White Oaks

Equal Employment Opportunity

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!