Second Chef – Lead Kitchen, Create Nutritious Menus

Care UK; Godalming; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Competitive pay

Career progression

Refer a friend

Free training

Bank holiday enhancements

Cycle to work

Free DBS

Employee discounts

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Second Chef for a care home, offering training and work-life balance. You will contribute to nutritious menus using fresh local produce and support the Head Chef in running the kitchen. This role emphasizes teamwork, quality and resident-focused cooking.

The position provides ongoing training, potential progression to Head Chef, and a supportive environment where hard work is balanced with rewarding outcomes.

Qualifications

• Catering diploma and NVQ in cookery are required.
• Health and safety knowledge expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to standards and deadlines.
• Assist in menu development and dietary needs.

Education

Catering Diploma (City & Guilds/BTEC)

NVQ 2/3 in Practical Cookery

Health and Safety qualification

Job description

Care UK is seeking a Second Chef for a care home, offering training and work-life balance. You will contribute to nutritious menus using fresh local produce and support the Head Chef in running the kitchen. This role emphasizes teamwork, quality and resident-focused cooking.

The position provides ongoing training, potential progression to Head Chef, and a supportive environment where hard work is balanced with rewarding outcomes.