NHS Jobs
Second Chef
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
- Assist Head Chef in menu development
- 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
Skills and Expertise
- Personable and warm approach
- Genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents
- Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
- Good understanding of nutrition
- Experience of working with fresh seasonal food
- Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment
- Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus
- Good understanding of HACCP
Job Facilities/Benefits
- Rewarding Excellence bonus (up to 500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection)
- Unlimited access to refer a friend scheme (up to 500* per referral)
- Access to retail and leisure discounts
- Free access to medical specialists
- Confidential and free counselling and legal services
- Tax code review service
- Option to join monthly staff lottery