Second Chef £12.50 - £13.50 per hour

Second Chef

Location: Castle Dene Residential Home – BH8 0DB

Pay rate: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour

Hours: 36 per week

Shift: 4 days per week – with no late finishes

We have an exciting opportunity for a Second Chef to join the team at Castle Dene, our specialist dementia residential care home located in Bournemouth.

Be rewarded for a job that you love doing what could be better than that?

• Alternate weekend working / social working hours
• Working with fresh food
• Professional team atmosphere

What You Will Be Doing:

• Creating, preparing, and cooking fresh, nutritious, and varied meals that delight our residents.
• Ensuring every dish is presented to a high standard.
• Supervising and supporting our fantastic kitchen staff.
• Collaborating with the Head Chef in planning meals and consulting with residents and care staff to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Stepping in for the Head Chef when needed, taking charge of ordering, checking in, and controlling supplies.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Someone with a passion for cooking and a love for creating delicious meals!
• Organised and deadline-driven, with experience in producing attractive and high-quality dishes.
• Ideally, you have a Certificate in NVQ Level 2 Food Production/Hygiene or are interested in obtaining one.
• Knowledgeable about health and safety and other relevant legislation.
• Confident in taking the lead when needed, and a true team player.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: We offer opportunities for professional development and career advancement. You can grow into roles such as Head Chef .
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where your contributions are valued.
• Continuous Learning: Access to training programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.

If this sounds like you, we would be thrilled to have you join our team! Let's create amazing meals together and grow your career!

About Us

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.