Second Chef: Lead Kitchen & Seasonal Menu Design

Care UK; Worcester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Bank holiday pay

Apprenticeship scheme

Discounts

Job summary

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen focused on fresh and seasonal produce. You will lead the kitchen team, design menus, and ensure high standards of food safety and resident satisfaction.

The role offers excellent training and development opportunities through our Catering Academy and apprenticeship schemes, with diverse benefits and a commitment to caring for residents. You will work to support residents daily.

Qualifications

• Aspiring Second Chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Desire to develop under a focused training program.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth operation.
• Develop nutritious, diet-sensitive meals for residents.
• Design and plan menus.
• Manage stock control and adhere to food cost guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.
• Train, supervise and develop team to maximise potential.

Skills

Second Chef

Fast-paced kitchen

Menu planning

Food safety

Education

Catering qualification

Job description

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen focused on fresh and seasonal produce. You will lead the kitchen team, design menus, and ensure high standards of food safety and resident satisfaction.

The role offers excellent training and development opportunities through our Catering Academy and apprenticeship schemes, with diverse benefits and a commitment to caring for residents. You will work to support residents daily.