Second Chef: Lead Kitchen Team, Seasonal Menus & Training

Care UK; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekend hours

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development

Discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream access

Job summary

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef for a fast-paced kitchen delivering fresh, seasonal meals for residents. You will lead a skilled team, design menus, manage stock and ensure strict Food Safety and Health & Safety standards are met.

Our Catering Academy and apprenticeship schemes support your development, with excellent training, career progression and employee discounts as part of joining the Care UK family.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety standards.
• Experience in menu design and cost control.

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 reach their potential.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu design

Stock control

Food safety

Health & safety

Training & development

Job description

Care UK is seeking an aspiring Second Chef for a fast-paced kitchen delivering fresh, seasonal meals for residents. You will lead a skilled team, design menus, manage stock and ensure strict Food Safety and Health & Safety standards are met.

Our Catering Academy and apprenticeship schemes support your development, with excellent training, career progression and employee discounts as part of joining the Care UK family.