Second Chef: Fresh Seasonal Menus, Resident-Centered Kitchen

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Stamford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500*

Refer a friend bonus up to £500*

Discounts at retailers and brands

Medical specialists access

Counselling services

Tax code review service

Staff lottery

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited is seeking a qualified Chef to work with fresh seasonal food and deliver hotel/restaurant standards in a care home setting. As Second Chef you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome menus tailored to residents, manage the kitchen in their absence, and help maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere while controlling costs and audits.

Join a sector‑leading provider recognised for quality and people‑centred hospitality across 224 homes, with

Qualifications

• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• A good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience with fresh seasonal food.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Personable approach

Nutrition knowledge

Fresh seasonal food

Resident engagement

HACCP

Hospitality mindset

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited is seeking a qualified Chef to work with fresh seasonal food and deliver hotel/restaurant standards in a care home setting. As Second Chef you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome menus tailored to residents, manage the kitchen in their absence, and help maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere while controlling costs and audits.

Join a sector‑leading provider recognised for quality and people‑centred hospitality across 224 homes, with