There is a real sense of community at Colonia Court. The staff work to discover what residents enjoy doing and the home's social calendar is organised around those interests. So whether your loved one already has a hobby or would like to take up a new one, there are lots of exciting activities to get involved in. From picnics in the garden and lunch clubs to pamper days and exercise groups, the home has a full social calendar.
Lead a Kitchen That Makes Every Meal Matter
At Bupa, food is about much more than nutrition—it's comfort, connection, and one of the highlights of our residents' day. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team at Colonia Court Care Home, creating exceptional dining experiences that help our residents feel truly at home. Listening to residents, seeking regular feedback on meals, and understanding individual preferences are key to delivering a dining experience that is both enjoyable and meaningful.
If you're a talented chef who loves working with fresh ingredients, enjoys leading a team and wants to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As Chef Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while leading and developing a dedicated kitchen team.
Key responsibilities include
Creating varied, nutritious menus tailored to residents' dietary requirements and personal preferences
Preparing fresh, high-quality meals that residents look forward to every day
Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional dining experience
Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance
Managing stock, ordering, budgets and supplier relationships effectively
Supporting special events, seasonal celebrations and activities within the home
Building positive relationships with residents and gathering feedback to continually enhance the dining experience
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who combines culinary expertise with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care through food.
You'll have
Previous experience working within a fresh food kitchen environment
Relevant food hygiene qualifications and a strong understanding of HACCP and COSHH
Experience leading and developing a kitchen team
Strong planning, organisational and budget management skills
A creative approach to menu planning and food presentation
A commitment to maintaining consistently high standards
A warm, people-focused approach and a passion for making a difference
Most importantly, you'll understand the impact that great food can have on wellbeing and quality of life.
Why Join Bupa?
At Bupa, our purpose is simple: helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
£1,000 Welcome Bonus
Up to £3,000 annual performance bonus
Free meal on every shift
Bupa healthcare benefits and wellbeing support
24/7 access to remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
Stream – access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday
Enhanced sick pay
Bupa pension scheme
Long-service rewards and recognition
Gym and fitness discounts
Interest-free annual travel loan
Be You at Bupa
At Bupa, diversity is at the heart of who we are. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Apply today and help us make health happen.
Please note, this role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is not included under the UK's Points Based Immigration System for sponsorship by an employer.
Time Type
- Full time
- Job Area:
- Care Home - Facilities & Home Support
- Locations:
- Colonia Court
