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Catering and Hospitality - Bay Court Care Home
Contract: Full Time
Shift Type: Days
Contracted hours: Full Time
Located in the picturesque seaside town of Largs, our brand-new, purpose-built home offers luxury living with exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for 80 residents.
We are seeking a skilled Second Chef to join our brand-new, purpose-built care home in the picturesque seaside town of Largs. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning — helping to shape the standards and deliver outstanding food experiences in a brand-new kitchen environment.
As Second Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and service are maintained. Your culinary skills and team spirit will make a meaningful impact on the daily lives of our residents.
What We Offer
* £13.26 per hour
* 4 days over 7, 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
* Paid PVG, pension, free onsite parking, and uniform provided
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
* Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities within a growing, dynamic organisation that values your skills and ambitions
What You Will Do
* Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals that meet individual dietary needs and preferences
* Assist with menu planning and stock ordering to ensure a varied and nutritious offering
* Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards in line with food safety guidelines
* Record fridge/freezer temperatures and monitor food quality
* Ensure proper stock rotation and safe storage of supplies
* Clean and store all kitchen equipment, crockery, and utensils safely
* Adhere to Health & Safety, fire safety, and infection prevention protocols
* Contribute to the setup of kitchen routines and systems in our new home
What We’re Looking For
* City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
* Experience working in a kitchen, ideally within a care or healthcare environment
* Confidence to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
* Passion for preparing high-quality meals that support wellbeing and enjoyment
About Us
Our care home is part of Care Concern Group, a market-leading, family-owned care provider with 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in. Our values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity – are the foundation of everything we do. If you share these values and want to help make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
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