Second Chef Bank

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Second Chef to oversee kitchen operations, develop nutritious meals, and train team members. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fast-paced environments, menu planning, and food safety compliance. The role offers excellent career development and the chance to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives through delicious meal preparation.

Benefits

Career development and training

Access to discounts

Wellbeing support

Wagestream access for wages

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce.
• Proven ability to manage a kitchen team's daily operations.
• Adherence to food cost guidelines and compliance with health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation.
• Prepare nutritious meals based on residents' dietary needs.
• Design and plan menus that cater to nutritional requirements.
• Manage food stock and control costs effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.

Skills

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Menu design and planning

Stock control

Knowledge of Food Safety

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.