Second Chef

TN United Kingdom; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Second Chef to join their care home team in Trowbridge. This role emphasizes a better work-life balance, allowing chefs to work without split shifts. You'll assist the Head Chef in crafting nutritious and delicious menus, ensuring the highest standards of food quality. If you are passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients and have a warm, engaging personality, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment where your culinary skills can shine. Join a team that values quality and care in every dish!

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence Bonus

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Chef with a passion for fresh, seasonal food.
• Experience in creating nutritious menus tailored to residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Prepare high-quality, wholesome dishes using fresh produce.

Skills

Nutritional Knowledge

Experience with Fresh Ingredients

HACCP Standards Knowledge

Personable Approach

Menu Development

Job description

Job Opportunity: Second Chef

Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9EN

Salary: up to £15.37 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef passionate about working with fresh, seasonal food and seeking a better work-life balance? Join our client's care home team as a Second Chef, where you'll deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts or long weeks. Assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavorful, and well-balanced menus tailored to residents' needs. We value warmth, motivation, and passion for quality in our chefs.

Requirements:

• A warm, personable approach with genuine interest in residents' wellbeing
• Good understanding of nutrition
• Experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Ability to create a welcoming environment
• Confidence in engaging residents to develop appetizing, nutritious menus
• Knowledge of HACCP standards

Responsibilities:

• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
• Prepare high-quality, wholesome dishes using fresh produce
• Create a warm, efficient, and enjoyable environment
• Work within budget constraints

Rewards Package:

• Rewarding Excellence bonus: earn 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, among other benefits