Second Chef — Lead Kitchen, Training & Ops (Live-in)

Caledonian Leisure Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Significant employee discounts on own-

Company pension

Free staff parking

Job summary

Caledonian Hotel Collection is seeking a Second Chef to assist in running a busy kitchen year-round. You will support the Head Chef with daily kitchen tasks, ensure a clean, compliant environment, and help manage inventory and staff rotas for efficient service.

You will work in a collaborative team, deliver high-quality dishes and presentation, and adapt to a flexible shift pattern. A live-in accommodation option may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication with colleagues and customers.
• Team player with collaborative approach.
• Flexible shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health Safety in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with other departments in Head Chef's absence to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in managing inventory levels and ordering supplies.
• Support training and development of the kitchen team to maintain high quality.
• In Head Chef's absence, manage staff rotas to control labour costs and service efficiency.

Skills

Customer service

Can-do attitude

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Team player

Flexible shifts

Experience in similar role

Job description

Caledonian Hotel Collection is seeking a Second Chef to assist in running a busy kitchen year-round. You will support the Head Chef with daily kitchen tasks, ensure a clean, compliant environment, and help manage inventory and staff rotas for efficient service.

You will work in a collaborative team, deliver high-quality dishes and presentation, and adapt to a flexible shift pattern. A live-in accommodation option may be available for the right candidate.