Second Chef Bank

Care UK Plc; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Second Chef to join their team in Colchester. This role involves leading kitchen operations, designing nutritious menus, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment and a passion for developing their culinary skills. Care UK offers great training opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere where you can thrive in your career.

Benefits

Career development training

Online and in-store discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to design and develop nutritious meals.
• Skilled in managing stock control and food costs.
• Knowledge of Food Safety and Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation smoothly.
• Develop menus and plan for dietary requirements.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced kitchen environment

Ability to develop nutritious meals

Menu design skills

Stock control management

Food Safety compliance

Team training and supervision

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.