At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a culinary team to create nutritious, restaurant-quality meals for older people.
- Company: Join a not-for-profit organisation celebrated for its training and development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and a range of health and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture with opportunities for career growth and recognition.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a balanced work-life.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering for dietary needs and a valid food hygiene certificate required.
The predicted salary is between 17.25 - 17.25 £ per hour.
Chef Manager at Athlone House Nursing Home, 7a Woodfield Road, Westminster, London, W9 2BA
Pay: £17.25 per hour
40 Hours – no late nights, no split shifts
Deliver culinary excellence through a better work-life balance. We’re excited to welcome an experienced Chef Manager to lead our culinary team at Athlone House in London, delivering nutritious, restaurant-quality meals without the long hours or split shifts often found in hospitality. This is a hands-on leadership role where your culinary skills, creativity, and standards really matter, within a structured environment that supports balance and stability.
We also celebrate culinary creativity through our annual Sanctuary Care MasterChef competition, giving Chef Managers the opportunity to showcase their skills, share ideas, and be recognised across the organisation. As a not-for-profit and Investors in People Gold organisation, every penny we make is reinvested into our people and our homes, with clear development pathways and recognition for the difference you make.
We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.
Your role:
- Lead the day to day running of the kitchen, supporting an Assistant Chef and Catering Assistants
- Prepare and cook meals that meet individual dietary requirements for older people
- Manage stock and waste while working within budget
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance through regular checks and risk assessments
- Recruit, train and support the catering team to help them grow and succeed
Your skills:
- Experience catering for the dietary needs of older people
- A valid food hygiene certificate
- A friendly, approachable nature and enjoyment of working with people
- Confidence leading and supporting a small team
Your rewards:
You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:
- CQC inspection bonus
- Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
- Company-paid life insurance
- Enhanced parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
- Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
- Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
- Free meals dependent on shift duration
- Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.
Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us? Apply today and join us in leading the way in care.
Before you apply: We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.
Chef Manager employer: Sanctuary Care
Sanctuary Care in Truro is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises well-being and diversity. With flexible working hours, a generous £3,000 welcome bonus, and comprehensive professional development opportunities, we empower our Bank Registered Nurses to thrive in their careers while delivering high-quality care. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your growth and commitment to nursing excellence.
