Second Chef - Fresh Seasonal Kitchen, Balanced Shifts

Barchester Healthcare; Wells; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom seeks a qualified Second Chef to deliver high-quality meals and foster a warm atmosphere for residents. The role includes assisting the Head Chef in menu development, managing kitchen duties in their absence, and working with fresh seasonal ingredients. The ideal candidate will be personable, understand nutrition, and engage with residents to tailor meals. This position offers a unique work-life balance with rewarding benefits.

Benefits

Rewarding Excellence bonus

Refer a friend scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Confidential counselling and legal services

Tax code review service

Monthly staff lottery option

Qualifications

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Assist Head Chef in menu development.
• Create a warm, efficient and fun environment.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Good understanding of nutrition

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Confidence engaging with residents

Good understanding of HACCP

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom seeks a qualified Second Chef to deliver high-quality meals and foster a warm atmosphere for residents. The role includes assisting the Head Chef in menu development, managing kitchen duties in their absence, and working with fresh seasonal ingredients. The ideal candidate will be personable, understand nutrition, and engage with residents to tailor meals. This position offers a unique work-life balance with rewarding benefits.