Second Chef - Care Home

Overview

This role as a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare offers the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food and deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus while working closely with residents to tailor the menus to their preferences.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu development.
• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards.
• Create a warm, efficient and fun environment for staff and residents.
• Work within budget and complete regular audits.
• Manage stock control and maintain HACCP compliance.

Qualifications

• Hold City & Guilds / NVQ / SVQ or equivalent culinary qualification.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• Good understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within the home.
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus.

Rewards Package

Rewarding Excellence bonus of up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection. Unlimited access to refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referral. Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets. Free access to medical specialists, counselling and legal services. Tax code review service. Option to join monthly staff lottery.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.