Being a Second Chef isn't just about helping the Head Chef ensure food is prepared to the agreed standard and that deadlines are met. It's about taking control of running the kitchen in their absence. It's about using modern kitchen equipment and fresh local produce to develop full diet-sensitive meals for residents so they can enjoy the same flavour and nutrition. And it's about helping to come up with menus, consulting with residents to ensure their needs and choices are met, and preparing food in line with specific diets. Put simply, it's about making a difference. A real difference.
If you're an aspiring chef with experience gained in a high-paced kitchen environment and are looking for a rewarding role offering great training, work-life balance, and the chance to be part of an award-winning catering team, join Care UK as a Second Chef and make a real difference.
Requirements include a Catering Diploma (City & Guilds/BTEC), NVQ 2/3 in practical cookery, and Health and Safety. Food Hygiene Certificates (minimum level 2) are essential. Good knowledge of nutritionally balanced menu planning and the ability to cater for specific dietary needs are also required. Experience in a care home, stock control, or working with a budget is advantageous but not essential. Above all, you should have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling and want to work in an environment where the work can be hard, but also fun and rewarding.
Benefits include alternate weekend working, competitive pay, opportunities for career progression into Head Chef roles, a referral scheme of up to £1000, free training, bank holiday enhancements, cycle to work scheme, free DBS, discounts across major retailers, and an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support 24/7.
Care UK operates over 120 homes and day clubs providing residential, nursing, dementia, and end-of-life care for older people. We are committed to helping our employees fulfill their potential through first-class training and support.
Fulfilling lives, fulfilling careers.
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