Second Chef - Care Home

TN United Kingdom; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Second Chef, where your culinary skills will shine in a supportive environment. This role focuses on creating delicious, nutritious meals tailored to the preferences of residents, ensuring their wellbeing and satisfaction. With a commitment to quality and person-centered care, you'll be part of a team recognized for excellence in hospitality. Enjoy the rewards of a role that not only values your contributions but also offers a balanced work-life experience. If you're passionate about cooking and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence bonus

Refer-a-friend scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Confidential counseling and legal services

Tax code review service

Monthly staff lottery participation

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment and a passion for quality cooking.
• Ability to create nutritious and flavorful menus tailored to residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in creating balanced menus and managing the kitchen.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality dishes.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Good understanding of nutrition

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Confidence engaging with residents

Good understanding of HACCP standards

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

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Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food?

Join Barchester as a Second Chef and enjoy a better work-life balance while making a meaningful impact. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavorful, and well-balanced menus, working closely with residents to tailor offerings to their preferences. We pride ourselves on delivering person-centered hospitality across our services and seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs committed to quality.

At Barchester, we foster an open, honest, and supportive environment where quality of care is our priority. As leaders in healthcare, we hold the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals in the UK. We are also proud recipients of a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranking 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.

Requirements:

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in residents' wellbeing
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• Good understanding of nutrition
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment
• Confidence engaging with residents to develop appetizing and nutritious menus
• Good understanding of HACCP standards

Responsibilities:

• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
• Assist in menu development
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes
• Create a warm, efficient, and enjoyable environment
• Work within budget constraints
• Conduct regular audits
• Manage stock control

Rewards and Benefits:

• Rewarding Excellence bonus of up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection
• Unlimited access to our refer-a-friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referral
• Retail and leisure discounts at major brands and supermarkets
• Free access to medical specialists for second opinions
• Confidential counseling and legal services
• Tax code review service
• Option to participate in our monthly staff lottery

If you're passionate about cooking, driven by quality, and love celebrating life, Barchester is the place for you.