Second Chef - Fresh Seasonal Menus | Balanced Hours

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sittingbourne seeks a qualified Second Chef to deliver high-quality meals without the pressures of long shifts. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and helping create nutritious menus tailored to residents. Ideal candidates are warm, motivated chefs with a passion for quality and a good understanding of nutrition. The role offers a work-life balance, learning opportunities, and various employee discounts.

Benefits

Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends

Free learning and development

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Showcase talent at annual awards

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
• A good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
• Good understanding of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Assist the Head Chef in menu development.
• Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes.
• Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment.
• Work within budget.
• Complete regular audits.
• Manage stock control.
• Assist in leading and motivating a team.

Skills

Personable approach

Interest in resident wellbeing

Team leadership experience

Understanding of nutrition

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Understanding of HACCP

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Sittingbourne seeks a qualified Second Chef to deliver high-quality meals without the pressures of long shifts. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and helping create nutritious menus tailored to residents. Ideal candidates are warm, motivated chefs with a passion for quality and a good understanding of nutrition. The role offers a work-life balance, learning opportunities, and various employee discounts.