Second Chef — Fresh Seasonal Menus, Balanced Hours

Barchester; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Excellence bonus

Refer a friend bonus

Discounts at retailers

Access to medical specialists

Counselling and legal services

Tax code review service

Staff lottery

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a Second Chef to work 30 hours per week across early shifts (7am-5pm) with alternate weekend duties. You will support the Head Chef, create nutritious, flavoursome menus using fresh seasonal produce, and help deliver hotel/restaurant standards within a care home environment.

We value warm, motivated chefs who prioritise residents' wellbeing and safety, with HACCP knowledge and the ability to manage kitchen operations when needed.

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach with residents’ wellbeing in mind.
• Good understanding of nutrition for older adults.
• Experience using fresh seasonal food in hotel/restaurant standards.
• Ability to create a warm, welcoming environment in the home.
• Confidently engaging with residents to craft appetising, nutritious menus.
• Knowledge of HACCP compliance and safe kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Assist Head Chef in menu development for residents.
• Prepare high-quality dishes using fresh produce.
• Create a warm, efficient and engaging kitchen environment.
• Work within budget and complete regular stock audits.

Skills

Personable & warm approach

HACCP knowledge

Nutrition understanding

Fresh seasonal food experience

Engage residents to tailor menus

Stock and kitchen management

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a Second Chef to work 30 hours per week across early shifts (7am-5pm) with alternate weekend duties. You will support the Head Chef, create nutritious, flavoursome menus using fresh seasonal produce, and help deliver hotel/restaurant standards within a care home environment.

We value warm, motivated chefs who prioritise residents' wellbeing and safety, with HACCP knowledge and the ability to manage kitchen operations when needed.