Lead Second Chef: Fresh, Seasonal Menus & Team Training

Care UK; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekend and social working

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development, training and/aprpr

Discounts (online and in-store)

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream - access wages anytime

Job summary

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen, focused on fresh and seasonal produce. You will lead a team, plan menus, and ensure excellent food safety practices while supporting residents with nutritious meals.

Offering training and development within a multi award-winning care provider, Care UK emphasizes caring, teamwork and staff development in a dynamic catering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen
• Ability to lead a kitchen team
• Experience with fresh and seasonal produce
• Commitment to food safety and health & safety

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth operation during service
• Develop nutritious meals aligned with residents' dietary needs
• Design and plan weekly menus
• Manage stock levels and control food costs
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety policies

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Fresh & seasonal produce

Job description

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen, focused on fresh and seasonal produce. You will lead a team, plan menus, and ensure excellent food safety practices while supporting residents with nutritious meals.

Offering training and development within a multi award-winning care provider, Care UK emphasizes caring, teamwork and staff development in a dynamic catering environment.