Second Chef: Fresh, Nutritious Menus for Care Homes

Barchester-Healthcare; Melbourn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus rewards

Refer a friend scheme

Employee discounts

Access to medical specialists

Counselling services

Tax code review

Staff lottery

Job summary

Barchester is seeking a qualified Second Chef to join our kitchens delivering fresh, seasonal meals with a focus on nutrition and resident wellbeing. You will support the Head Chef, create menus, and help maintain a warm, welcoming dining experience in our care homes.

We offer a balanced rota without the long splits and weekends, with opportunities for professional development within our person-centred hospitality approach.

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach with genuine interest in residents' wellbeing.
• Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus.
• Good understanding of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Assist Head Chef in menu development.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards.
• Create a warm, efficient and fun environment.
• Work within budget.
• Complete regular audits.
• Manage stock control.

Skills

Fresh seasonal food

HACCP knowledge

Warm, engaging manner

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester is seeking a qualified Second Chef to join our kitchens delivering fresh, seasonal meals with a focus on nutrition and resident wellbeing. You will support the Head Chef, create menus, and help maintain a warm, welcoming dining experience in our care homes.

We offer a balanced rota without the long splits and weekends, with opportunities for professional development within our person-centred hospitality approach.