Posted 10 April, 2026 Parkside logo

Catering Manager

Parkside London

Job details

  • Salary £35,000 per annum
  • Role Cook / Chef
  • Hours Full Time
  • Location Romford, London

Job summary

This is an exciting and busy role to lead and inspire the Hospitality team at the home in delivering high-quality, nutritious, freshly prepared and diverse meals 7-days a week that are integral to the overall wellbeing and care experience of our residents. The successful applicant will be responsible for upholding consistently high standards in food preparation, presentation and service, while ensuring full compliance with food hygiene regulations and health & safety protocols. The applicant will oversee daily operations of the kitchen, support staff development and actively maintain the home’s 5-star Food Hygiene rating.

All applicants will be required to submit a letter of application, a CV and an application form.

A Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is also required for this role, which is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made  against  them.

Skills / Qualifications:

  • • Catering Diploma (City & Guilds
  • BTEC or equivalent)
  • • NVQ Level 3 in Practical Cookery
  • • Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum Level 2)
  • • Health and Safety certification
  • • Understanding of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)