Second Chef

Care Concern Group; Selsey; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Caraway House Care Home in Selsey is seeking a talented Second Chef to help establish the kitchen as the service opens. Working with the Head Chef, you will help deliver welcoming, well-organised dining with meals residents can rely on daily.

You will take ownership of food preparation, tailor meals to dietary needs, maintain hygiene and safety, contribute to menu planning, and support a positive, professional kitchen culture across the home.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen and ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Experience in care-home kitchen operations is a plus.
• Reliable and positive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals tailored to dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety and high presentation standards.
• Assist with menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to deliver consistent daily service.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2

Tools

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Nestled in the beautiful seaside town of Selsey, our luxurious care home offers exceptional levels of Residential, Nursing, Dementia & Respite care for 70 residents.

Second Chef Contract

• £15.00 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

No late evenings or split shifts, offering a consistent working pattern and genuine work life balance, alongside ongoing training and development opportunities.

Role Overview

Joining a brand new care home from the very beginning offers a genuinely exciting opportunity to be part of establishing the kitchen environment, team culture and dining experience as the service develops. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help create a welcoming and well organised kitchen where residents can enjoy high quality meals every day.

As Second Chef, you will deliver high quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals that are a key part of daily life. This is a role where your cooking has real impact, bringing comfort, routine and enjoyment while supporting overall wellbeing.

You will take ownership of food preparation and service, ensuring meals are tailored to individual dietary needs, preferences and nutritional requirements. Maintaining high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety, you will consistently deliver meals that residents look forward to each day.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will contribute to menu planning, kitchen organisation and smooth day to day service while helping maintain a positive and professional kitchen environment throughout the home.

What We Are Looking For

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, or working towards
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive and reliable approach

About Us

Caraway House Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.