Second Chef

Care UK Plc; Hyde; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Second Chef to lead kitchen operations, focusing on fresh and seasonal produce. The ideal candidate will manage menu design, stock control, and train kitchen staff while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role offers excellent training and opportunities for development within a caring and passionate team.

Benefits

Career development and training

Access to wage at any time

Online and in-store discounts

Alternative weekend and social working hours

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment focusing on fresh produce.
• Capability to develop and design nutritious meals for varying dietary requirements.
• Skills in managing kitchen operations and training staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and ensure smooth operations.
• Design and develop menus tailored to residents' needs.
• Ensure compliance with health and food safety regulations.

Skills

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Ability to develop nutritious meals

Menu design skills

Stock control management

Food safety compliance

Team development and training

Job description

Role

Are you an aspiring Second Chef with experience in a fast‑paced kitchen environment with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce? Looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Then join Care UK, a multi‑award winning care provider as a Second Chef.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation
• Develop nutritious and diet‑sensitive meals for residents and their requirements
• Design and plan the menu
• Manage stock control and adhere to food cost guidelines
• Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen
• Train, supervise and develop a team to help them reach their full potential

Benefits

• Alternate weekend and social working hours
• Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements (where applicable)
• Career development, training and access to an approved apprenticeship scheme
• Hundreds of online and in‑store discounts
• Annual purchase holiday scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Wagestream – access your wages at any time

Career Development

We have our own Catering Academy to provide excellent training and induction programmes for all new catering staff and we will give you all that’s needed to have a successful career as a chef with us. Our high‑quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.

Values

We are looking to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do. We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone – let us help fulfil yours.