Second Chef

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Taunton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Second Chef for Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home. The role involves preparing nutritious meals tailored to resident needs and overseeing kitchen operations. Applicants should have a relevant culinary qualification and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, with experience in a care setting preferred. The position offers a full-time contract of 27 hours a week with competitive pay and various benefits. Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing residents' wellbeing.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience catering to dietary requirements in a care environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and nutrition standards.
• Ability to maintain high hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for residents.
• Plan and deliver well-balanced menus using fresh ingredients.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Catering experience

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Second Chef

Catering and Hospitality - Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 27

Cedar Lodge and The Limes Dementia Care Home is set on the peaceful outskirts of Taunton, overlooking a beautiful park. Thoughtfully designed to provide high-quality Dementia care, it offers a warm, supportive environment for up to 42 residents.

We are now looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to join our team. You will play a vital role in ensuring residents enjoy nutritious, well-balanced, and beautifully presented meals every day, helping to make mealtimes one of the highlights of the day.

What We Offer

• £12.21 per hour
• Contracted to 27 hours per week
• Pension scheme, paid DBS, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You Will Do

You will prepare and serve a variety of high-quality meals, catering to individual dietary requirements and personal preferences. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will plan and deliver well-balanced menus that make the most of fresh, seasonal ingredients. You will oversee the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards are consistently maintained.

You will also be responsible for stock control, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate temperature and safety records. Above all, you will take pride in providing meals that bring comfort and joy to residents and contribute to their overall wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

You should hold City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or an equivalent catering qualification (achieved or working towards), along with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. You will have sound knowledge of food safety and nutrition, and ideally some experience working within a care home or similar environment.

We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and works well under pressure. You’ll be a team player who enjoys creating delicious food and takes pride in maintaining the highest standards in every aspect of your work.

About Us

Cedar Lodge and The Limes Dementia Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family‑owned, market‑leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.