Second Chef: High-Quality Meals, Supportive Team, Growth

Runwood Homes; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Family EAP

Induction and training

Free DBS check

NVQ funding

Career progression

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes is hiring a Second Chef to support our Hospitality team in delivering hotel and restaurant standard meals for residents. You will lead in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring high culinary quality and adherence to dietary requirements.

The role emphasizes warm, motivated candidates with a passion for quality, who can maintain strict hygiene standards and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents across our homes.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering environments.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification held.
• NVQ Level 2 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all stages of food preparation are maintained to high standards for residents.
• Cook and serve meals in line with the menu and company requirements.
• Comply with Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations.
• Maintain quality of meals in terms of presentation and taste.
• Maintain portion control to minimize waste.
• Accommodate dietary requirements by following recipes and charts.
• Maintain systems and checks for a safe, healthy and efficient kitchen.
• Store all food and items correctly.
• Monitor stock, rotate stock, place orders as needed.
• Deputise for Head Chef when required.

Skills

Catering experience

Food Hygiene Level 2

Education

NVQ Level 2 (preferred)

Job description

Runwood Homes is hiring a Second Chef to support our Hospitality team in delivering hotel and restaurant standard meals for residents. You will lead in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring high culinary quality and adherence to dietary requirements.

The role emphasizes warm, motivated candidates with a passion for quality, who can maintain strict hygiene standards and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents across our homes.