Lead Second Chef: Seasonal Menus & Resident-Focused Kitchen

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

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Bank holiday pay

Career development

Discounts

Holiday purchase

Wellbeing support

Wagestream access

Job summary

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to lead a busy kitchen delivering fresh and seasonal meals for residents. You will develop menus, supervise a team, manage stock and ensure Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance.

Join our Catering Academy for training and progression, with alternate weekend working, well-being support and access to apprenticeship schemes. If you are passionate about cooking for residents, apply now.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment emphasizing fresh and seasonal produce.
• Strong leadership and training skills to develop a high-performing team.
• Commitment to Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth operation.
• Develop nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
• Design and plan varied menus.
• Manage stock and monitor food costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Dietary requirements

Job description

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to lead a busy kitchen delivering fresh and seasonal meals for residents. You will develop menus, supervise a team, manage stock and ensure Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance.

Join our Catering Academy for training and progression, with alternate weekend working, well-being support and access to apprenticeship schemes. If you are passionate about cooking for residents, apply now.