Second Chef

Care UK; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Holiday pay

Apprenticeship scheme

Discounts

Holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream access

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Second Chef to lead a busy kitchen, focusing on fresh, seasonal produce and resident wellbeing. You will oversee daily operations, menu planning, stock control and food safety compliance while developing staff.

We provide training through our Catering Academy, with clear career development paths and apprenticeship opportunities, plus a range of staff benefits including wellbeing support and wage-access options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership and training skills.
• Commitment to fresh and seasonal produce.
• Knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop nutritious meals for residents and dietary needs.
• Design and plan menus.
• Manage stock control and food cost adherence.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards.
• Train, supervise and develop staff to maximise potential.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

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.