Second Chef - Care Home

TN United Kingdom; Ashington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Second Chef to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with fresh seasonal ingredients while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As a Second Chef, you will collaborate with the Head Chef to create innovative, nutritious menus tailored to the preferences of residents. With no split shifts and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for chefs who value quality and care in their culinary practice. Join a company that celebrates life and offers a rewarding career in a nurturing atmosphere.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence Bonus

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Free Medical Specialist Access

Confidential Counselling Services

Tax Code Review Service

Monthly Staff Lottery

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment, particularly with fresh produce.
• Ability to create appetising and nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu development and manage the kitchen in their absence.
• Deliver high-quality dishes prepared to the highest standards.

Skills

Nutrition Understanding

Experience with Fresh Seasonal Food

HACCP Knowledge

Personable Approach

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or Equivalent

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Job Title: Second Chef

This position requires working alternate weekends, with a total of 30 hours across 3 days. The working hours are from 8am to 6pm.

Job Overview:

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to achieve a better work-life balance and make your work matter? As a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus while working with residents to tailor menus to their preferences. We pride ourselves on providing person-centred hospitality across all our services and seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs driven by quality.

Our Values:

At Barchester, we operate with an open, honest, and supportive approach, placing quality of care at the heart of everything we do. As sector-leading healthcare experts, we are proud to hold the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals in the UK. We have been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for, and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.

Minimum Requirements:

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in residents' wellbeing
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• A good understanding of nutrition
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus
• Good understanding of HACCP

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
• Assist the Head Chef in menu development
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes prepared to the highest standards
• Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment
• Work within budget constraints
• Complete regular audits
• Manage stock control

Rewards Package:

• Rewarding Excellence bonus: up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection
• Unlimited access to our refer-a-friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referral
• Access to retail and leisure discounts at major brands and supermarkets
• Free access to medical specialists for second opinions
• Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services
• Tax code review service
• Option to join our monthly staff lottery

If you are a passionate Chef eager to be part of a quality-driven company that celebrates life, Barchester is the place to be.