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Head ChefNHS

Epsom, KT17 1TJ Permanent £18.65
Posted 2 November 2026 Closing date 1 January 2027
Checked 3 hours ago · still listed on NHS Jobs Closes in 56 days · 1 Jan 2027
Ewell West Rail Station (0.2 miles, direct) Morden Underground Station (4.3 miles, direct) Railway Station (4.3 miles, direct)

Job summary

About the Home: Priory Court Care Home, Old Schools Lane, Ewell Village, Epsom, KT17 1TJ 89 Bedded , Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating Good Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk About the role Head Chef 40 Hours per week - Monday to Thursday 6am -5pm, with occasional weekends NVQ or equivalent catering qualification essential £18.65 per Hour What will Care UK Offer you? Blue Light Discount Card Holiday & days out discounts Long service awards Recognition programme And much more! We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy. We

Main duties of the job

This is an opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to join Priory Court Care Home in Epsom. You will work 40 hours per week, primarily from Monday to Thursday, only occasionally on weekends. As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for preparing fresh and nutritious meals for the residents using top-quality ingredients. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring your team, and showcasing creativity in hospitality. Straight shifts with no evening work make this an attractive position. A fully supported induction will be provided, focusing on the necessary technical skills in healthcare. Additionally, there is a prospect for mentoring teams within the Chef academy. The role is ideal for someone passionate about food, empathetic, and respectful, and who thrives in a diverse, inclusive environment. Essential qualifications include NVQ or equivalent catering credentials.

Job description

About the Home:

  • Priory Court Care Home, Old Schools Lane, Ewell Village, Epsom, KT17 1TJ
  • 89 Bedded , Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Head Chef
  • 40 Hours per week - Monday to Thursday 6am -5pm, with occasional weekends
  • NVQ or equivalent catering qualification essential
  • £18.65 per Hour

What will Care UK Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

We are looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example, mentor your team and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality.  The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings!  There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

About us

Care UK, operating Priory Court Care Home in Epsom, is a well-regarded provider of residential, nursing, and dementia care services. The home boasts a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With 89 beds, the home is dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for both residents and staff. Care UK values diversity, inclusion, and a growth mindset, aiming to learn from and respect each other's cultures and experiences. For employees, they offer enticing benefits like the Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program, ensuring that team members feel appreciated and motivated. Care UK nurtures a culture of learning and growth, providing opportunities for career progressions within its structures, including the Chef academy for its culinary team.

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