Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef

Bupa Global; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare, Bupa Global, is seeking an Assistant Chef to deliver exemplary dining experiences for residents in their care homes. The role involves creating varied, nutritious menus, managing food preparation, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. This position also offers competitive hourly rates and a supportive work environment focused on health and well-being.

Benefits

My Healthcare - 24/7 support

Annual health allowance (~£350)

Wagestream - early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meals on shifts

Interest-free travel loans

Pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause support

Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and food preparation.
• Knowledge of dietary needs and health safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create varied and nutritious menus using fresh ingredients.
• Train and manage the kitchen team in food prep and cooking.
• Adhere to COSHH and HACCP guidelines.

Skills

Menu creation

Food safety compliance

Team management

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef (MAN00YQ)

Requisition Title

Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef

Job Number:

MAN00YQ

John Williams Close, London

New Cross SE14 5XA

Location: Manley Court Care Home, John Williams Close, Off Cold Blow Lane, London SE14 5RB

Salary: £13.39 - £14.90 per hour / depending on experience

Welcome bonus*

Manley Court provides nursing, residential, and dementia care, post-operative convalescence, respite, and palliative care. Care is also provided within a friendly setting to those living with Parkinson’s, Huntington's, and the young physically disabled. Advanced bookings are available.

Located close to local amenities in a quiet area of New Cross, the home prioritizes comfort and residents' happiness. En-suite bedrooms offer ample space for personal belongings, and a bright conservatory allows residents to relax or welcome visitors.

Manley Court aims to offer a diverse range of food to residents, catering to individual tastes and requirements. A 'Night Bite' menu is also available for snacks and refreshments.

The dedicated activity coordinator creates a varied program of activities, including gardening, baking, and arts and crafts, in the dedicated activities room.

We make health happen

At Bupa, we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centered care, supporting independence, and honoring choice to help residents live their best lives.

Our Kitchen Team is passionate about food and takes pride in each dish prepared. We are seeking a passionate Assistant Chef to join the team and help deliver an excellent dining experience for our residents.

You’ll help us make health happen by:

• Creating varied and nutritious menus using fresh ingredients, aligned with dietary needs and preferences
• Contributing ideas to enhance the dining experience, making residents feel at home
• Training and managing the kitchen team in food prep, cooking, and serving
• Adhering to COSHH and HACCP guidelines, company policies, budgets, and managing orders and deliveries
• Catering for special events and seasonal activities, such as fetes, Christmas parties, and birthdays

Our benefits are designed to promote health and wellbeing, including flexible working and family-friendly benefits.

Joining Bupa in this role, you will receive benefits such as:

• My Healthcare - 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for health issues
• Annual health allowance (~£350)
• Wagestream - early access to earned wages
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme
• Long service rewards
• Free meals on shifts
• Interest-free travel loans
• Pension plans
• Parental leave schemes
• Menopause support
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider, focused on helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, committed to fair treatment and reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process.

*Welcome bonus paid after four weeks’ service, subject to tax and NI. Terms apply.

**This role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and not eligible for UK sponsorship under the Points Based Immigration System.