Second Chef - Fresh Seasonal Menus, Great Work-Life Balance

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a qualified Second Chef to work with fresh seasonal food and create quality dishes. You will assist the Head Chef and manage the kitchen in their absence, ensuring a warm environment for residents. Ideal candidates will have experience in team leadership and a strong background in nutrition and HACCP practices. This role offers a work-life balance with opportunities for personal growth within the company.

Benefits

Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends

Free learning and development

A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Opportunity to showcase talent at hospitality awards

Unlimited access to Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
• Good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment.
• Good understanding of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Assist the Head Chef in menu development.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality dishes.
• Help create a warm and fun environment.
• Complete regular audits and manage stock control.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Experience working with fresh seasonal food

Good understanding of nutrition

Experience in leading a team

Good understanding of HACCP

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a qualified Second Chef to work with fresh seasonal food and create quality dishes. You will assist the Head Chef and manage the kitchen in their absence, ensuring a warm environment for residents. Ideal candidates will have experience in team leadership and a strong background in nutrition and HACCP practices. This role offers a work-life balance with opportunities for personal growth within the company.