Second Chef

Care UK Plc; Quorn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef. This role involves leading the kitchen team, designing menus, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have experience in a fast-paced kitchen and knowledge of nutrition. Opportunities for career development and training are included, along with flexible working hours.

Benefits

Career development and training

Flexible working hours

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Wellbeing support

Access to discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wagestream – access your wages at any time

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of nutrition and diet-sensitive meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation.
• Develop nutritious and diet-sensitive meals for residents.
• Design and plan the menu.
• Manage stock control and adhere to food cost guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health and Safety.
• Train, supervise and develop the kitchen team.

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.