2nd Chef — Fine-Dining Care Home Kitchen (Leicester)

Cinnamon Care Collection; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Breaks

Uniforms

Staff Meals

Nest Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Workers Charity

Spice of Life - Discount Retail Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Eye Care

Refer a Friend Scheme

Reward Vouchers

Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition

Job summary

Thurnby Fields is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Leicester, opening September 2026. We are seeking a energetic and passionate 2nd Chef to create fine dining experiences for our residents, working from menus designed by the Head Chef.

You will order, prepare and serve freshly produced food from local suppliers where possible, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. The role offers sociable hours and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years catering experience.
• Experience at Chef de Partie level preferred (NVQ 2/3).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to head chef menus.
• Order and prep ingredients from local suppliers where possible.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and health & safety in the kitchen.
• Assist with private event catering for residents.

Skills

Catering experience

Food preparation

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering

Job description

Thurnby Fields is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Leicester, opening September 2026. We are seeking a energetic and passionate 2nd Chef to create fine dining experiences for our residents, working from menus designed by the Head Chef.

You will order, prepare and serve freshly produced food from local suppliers where possible, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and health and safety. The role offers sociable hours and full-time hours.