Second Chef: Nutritious Menus, Lead Kitchen, £500 Bonus

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL

Poole

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates
Flexible working hours
Pension scheme
Life insurance
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Job summary

Care South in Poole is seeking a Second Chef to create and deliver nutritious meals for residents, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. You will plan menus with residents and care staff, and support the Head Chef in supervising the kitchen team.

The role requires organisational skills, teamwork, and the ability to lead when required, with a focus on health and safety compliance within the kitchen. A welcome bonus of £500 is offered upon joining.

Qualifications

  • Interest in NVQ Level 2 or willingness to undertake relevant training.
  • Understanding of health and safety and current legislation.

Responsibilities

  • Create, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents with high quality and presentation.
  • Plan meals/menus with residents and staff to cater for dietary needs.
  • Supervise and support the kitchen team alongside Head Chef.
  • Maintain health and safety compliance in the kitchen area.
  • Cover Head Chef duties when needed including ordering and stock control.

Skills

Cooking passion
Organisation
Team player
Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 2 Food Production/Hygiene

Job description

Care South in Poole is seeking a Second Chef to create and deliver nutritious meals for residents, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. You will plan menus with residents and care staff, and support the Head Chef in supervising the kitchen team.

The role requires organisational skills, teamwork, and the ability to lead when required, with a focus on health and safety compliance within the kitchen. A welcome bonus of £500 is offered upon joining.

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