Summary: Second Chef role at Barchester, assisting Head Chef in creating menus, managing kitchen, and delivering high-quality food to residents.
About the Role: We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our team as a Second Chef. As a Second Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious and flavoursome menus that cater to the individual needs of our residents. You will also manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality dishes, and create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
Responsibilities: • Assist Head Chef in menu development and creation of nutritious and flavoursome menus • Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence • Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes • Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment • Work within budget • Complete regular audits • Manage stock control • Good understanding of HACCP • Experience of working with fresh seasonal food • Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent • A good understanding of nutrition • Personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents • Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus • Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home
Rewards Package: • Rewarding Excellence bonus for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection • Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme • Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets • Free access to medical specialists • Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services • Tax code review service • Option to join our monthly staff lottery