Second Chef
Catering and Hospitality - Bay Court Care Home
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £13.26 Per Hour
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.
Opening soon, our luxury care home will provide exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for up to 80 residents. 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.