Second Chef

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

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Holiday pay

Career development

Staff discounts

Holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Second Chef to lead a fast-paced kitchen focused on fresh, seasonal produce. You will oversee the team, design menus, and develop staff while maintaining strong Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance.

You will manage stock, control costs, and ensure residents receive nutritious meals tailored to their needs. The role offers training and development within a supportive Care UK environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards.
• Strong planning and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth operation.
• Develop nutritious meals and plan menus.
• Train, supervise and develop staff to maximise potential.
• Manage stock and adhere to food cost guidelines.
• Ensure Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Staff development

Food cost control

Food safety

Tools

Kitchen operations

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.