Head Chef
| Company: | Hartford Care |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.90 - £17.90 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | PO3 6GN |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 22 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Head Chef - Full-time (40 hours per week)
Location: Hartford Court - Portsmouth, Hampshire (PO3 6GN)
Join the Hartford Care Family – Where Every Meal Makes a Difference
Do you love creating home-cooked meals that make people smile? Are you passionate about fresh, nutritious food and want to make a real difference every single day?
At Hartford Care, we’re more than a care provider — we’re a family. We believe in Creating Communities, Caring for Each Other, and Celebrating Individuality. As our Chef, you’ll bring warmth, creativity, and heart to every dish you prepare. Not only that you can bring your culinary skills to a role where you do not need to work late into the night.
The Role
As a Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our home — preparing delicious, wholesome meals and snacks for our residents while keeping the kitchen running smoothly and safely.
From serving a comforting Sunday roast to hosting a bread-making session with residents or planning next week’s menu, you’ll put care and pride into everything you do.
If you’re caring, energetic, and have a great sense of humour, you’ll fit right in!
What You’ll Bring
A compassionate, caring nature
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Confidence with IT systems
The ability to prepare, cook, and present nutritious, appetising meals
Understanding of individual dietary needs
Team spirit and flexibility to adapt to a busy environment
This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
What You’ll Get
We believe in looking after the people who look after others. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
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Occupational sick pay and annual pay reviews
Life insurance and enhanced parental leave pay
Recruitment referral bonuses
Blue Light discounts
Free DBS check and NMC PIN reimbursement
Salary sacrifice schemes and access to Wagestream (draw down earned pay before payday!)
A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Ready to Cook Up a Career That Cares?
If you’re passionate about great food and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Hartford Care family!