Second Chef: Lead Kitchen, Seasonal Menus & Career Growth

Care UK; Copthorne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Social working hours

Bank holiday pay

Apprenticeship scheme

Discounts

Holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream wages

Job summary

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce. You will lead the kitchen team, develop nutritious meals for residents and design menus that meet dietary requirements.

We offer extensive training through our Catering Academy, opportunities for progression, and company benefits including alternate weekends, discounts, wellbeing support and wage access through Wagestream.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation
• Develop nutritious and diet sensitive meals for residents and their requirements
• Menu design and planning
• Managing stock control and adhering to food cost guidelines
• Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen
• Training, supervising, and developing a team to help them make the most of their potential

Job description

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce. You will lead the kitchen team, develop nutritious meals for residents and design menus that meet dietary requirements.

We offer extensive training through our Catering Academy, opportunities for progression, and company benefits including alternate weekends, discounts, wellbeing support and wage access through Wagestream.