Job summary
Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile? Join Henlow Court as a Head Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference. Whats on the menu for you £14.60 per hour Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000 Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5) Blue Light discounts & company pension On-demand pay What were looking for Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting Experience as a head chef is desirable Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable) This position is working 40 hours per week, to include alternate weekends About the role: Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs. Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events. Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations. Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene,Main duties of the job
Join Henlow Court as a Head Chef and bring your passion for cooking to a role where you'll make a real impact on residents' lives. Our head chefs are responsible for preparing delightful, comforting meals that meet dietary needs while also bringing joy through themed dining events. With a competitive hourly rate of £14.60, you can also enjoy your evenings free and have every other weekend off. Additional perks include a refer-a-friend bonus and funded training. Ideal candidates have at least 12 months of right to work in the UK and experience in professional kitchens, preferably within care home settings. An understanding of IDDSI or complex dietary needs would be a plus. The job involves 40-hour work weeks with alternate weekends included. You'll oversee daily menu planning, kitchen operations, and maintaining high standards in food quality and hygiene, making a meaningful impact through your culinary skills.Details
- Date posted: 04 November 2026
- Closing date: 04 December 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.60 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1571672346
- Job locations: Agincare Homes Holdings, Dursley, GL11 4BE, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile?Join Henlow Court as a Head Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.
Whats on the menu for you- £14.60 per hour
- Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
- Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
- Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
- Blue Light discounts & company pension
- On-demand pay
- Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
- Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting
- Experience as a head chef is desirable
- Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
- This position is working 40 hours per week, to include alternate weekends
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
- Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
- Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
- Make a positive difference through food and care.
- Care home: Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire Henlow Court | Agincare
If youre passionate about great food and making a difference, apply today and start cooking up smiles.
About us:For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.
If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers
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Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK, experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting, and experience as a head chef is desirable. Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is also considered desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
About us
For four decades, Agincare has been a pillar of community support across the UK. Operating as one of the country's leading family-owned care providers, Agincare delivers high-quality care services through over 170 locations nationwide. With a robust team of over 5,500 members, the organisation is committed to excellence in service and inclusivity in the workplace. They are strong advocates for groups like the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, even offering guaranteed interviews to eligible applicants from these communities. All adult services provided by Agincare are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), while children's services adhere to Ofsted regulations. Their mission is to offer inclusive opportunities and create a welcoming work environment enriched by the diverse backgrounds and experiences of its employees.Employer details
- Employer name: Agincare
- Address: Agincare Homes Holdings, Dursley, GL11 4BE, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.agincare.com/