Second Chef: Elevate Seasonal Menus in Care Home Kitchen

Barchester Healthcare

Shrewsbury

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Excellence bonus
Refer a friend bonus
Discounts across retail and leisure
Access to medical specialists
Counselling and legal services
Tax code review service
Staff lottery

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Second Chef to deliver hotel/restaurant standards with balanced shifts and a focus on resident wellbeing. You will assist the Head Chef to develop nutritious, flavoursome menus using fresh seasonal produce, creating a warm and welcoming kitchen environment while maintaining budget and quality across our homes.

This role offers a supportive culture, with opportunities for career development and recognition through our rewards

Qualifications

  • A personable and warm approach with residents' wellbeing in mind.
  • Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs.
  • Experience cooking fresh seasonal food.
  • Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
  • Assist Head Chef in menu development.
  • Prepare high-quality dishes using fresh produce.
  • Create a warm, efficient, and inclusive dining environment.
  • Work within budget and monitor costs.
  • Complete regular audits and stock control.

Skills

Personable and warm approach
Nutrition understanding
Experience with fresh seasonal food
HACCP knowledge

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Second Chef to deliver hotel/restaurant standards with balanced shifts and a focus on resident wellbeing. You will assist the Head Chef to develop nutritious, flavoursome menus using fresh seasonal produce, creating a warm and welcoming kitchen environment while maintaining budget and quality across our homes.

This role offers a supportive culture, with opportunities for career development and recognition through our rewards

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