Second Chef Bank

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

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to lead their kitchen team. The role involves planning nutritious menus, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and training team members. Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a passion for cooking with fresh ingredients. A rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development awaits.

Benefits

Career development and training

Access to approved apprenticeship scheme

Online and in-store discounts

Wagestream - access wages anytime

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to develop nutritious meals.
• Strong leadership skills for managing kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and operations.
• Plan and design nutritious menus.
• Manage stock control and food costs.
• Ensure food safety and health compliance.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Nutritional meal planning

Menu design

Food safety compliance

Team training and supervision

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.