Second Chef

Care UK Plc; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Mildenhall seeks an experienced Second Chef to lead kitchen operations. Responsibilities include menu design and development of nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in a fast-paced kitchen and be able to effectively manage stock control while ensuring food safety compliance. This role offers excellent training opportunities and a commitment to personal development within a caring team environment.

Benefits

Career development and training

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Wellbeing support

Discounts in store and online

Access to wages any time through Wagestream

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team.
• Ability to develop nutritious meals for diverse dietary needs.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations to ensure smooth workflow.
• Design and plan healthy menus for residents.
• Manage stock and control food costs.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced kitchen environment

Menu design and planning

Team leadership

Food Safety compliance

Job description

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.

The Role

• Leading the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation
• Develop nutritious and diet sensitive meals for residents and their requirements
• Menu design and planning
• Managing stock control and adhering to food cost guidelines
• Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen
• Training, supervising, and developing a team to help them make the most of their potential

Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family

• Alternate weekend and social working hours
• Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements* (*where applicable)
• Career development, training and access to our 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 programs 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.

We are looking for people 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.