2 nd Chef Prestwick Care is a successful family run business, and we have a great opportunity for a 2 nd Chef at Abbey Court. This is a great chance to work for a growing care provider within the North East. Job Title: 2 nd Chef Contract Type: Bank Location: Kenton Road, Newcastle, NE3 3UW Salary: Competitive About the Role We are seeking a 2 nd Chef to join our team at Abbey Court. In this role, a 2nd Chef is to support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. What We Offer Full training package. Employee Assistance programme. Employee discount card for our leisure sites. Key Responsibilities To assist the Head Chef in creating and maintaining cooking and cleaning regimes (daily, weekly, periodically etc.) for all areas of the kitchen in line with the Companys quality philosophy. To ensure that any special dietary meals are prepared. To ensure that adequate food stock controls are in place in the absence of the Chef. To ensure than an inventory of kitchen equipment is updated and managed in the absence of the Head Chef. To ensure that food handling, cleanliness, health, safety, risk assessments and that all procedures required within the meal preparation areas operate to the highest possible standards. To supervise and instruct junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Care Home, giving help and guidance where appropriate. To understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Homes Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures. To promote safe working practice in the Care Home. Required Skills & Experience Promote safe working practice in the Care Home. Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Care Home. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.