Chef Manager - Coachman Court Location: Rochford Salary: £31230 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm Join Us in Making a Real Difference Through Food We are a leading Senior Living provider committed to creating exceptional dining experiences that truly enrich the lives of our residents. Our teams are built on warmth, respect, and support-ensuring both residents and colleagues feel valued every day. The Opportunity We are looking for a passionate and motivated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen at Coachman Court. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves cooking with purpose, thrives in a people-focused environment, and can inspire a team to deliver nutritious, beautifully presented meals. If you want to use your culinary creativity in a role where your work has real impact, we''d love to hear from you. What You''ll Be Doing Leading the kitchen to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals that our residents look forward to.Overseeing menu planning, meal preparation, and daily service.Managing and motivating a small kitchen team to ensure a smooth, efficient operation.Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations.Managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and working effectively to budgets.Creating menus that reflect residents'' preferences, dietary needs, and seasonal produce.Maintaining excellent standards of presentation, portion control, and kitchen organisation. What We''re Looking For Previous experience as a C