Second Chef

strong Second Chef /strong strong Catering and Hospitality – Osprey Court Care Home /strong p strong Contract: /strong /p br Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. br p strong Full Time /strong /p strong /strong p strong Salary: /strong /p strong /strong p strong £13.50 Per Hour /strong /p strong /strong strong /strong p strong Shift Type: /strong /p strong /strong p strong Dayshift /strong /p strong /strong strong /strong p strong Contracted hours: /strong /p strong /strong p strong Full Time /strong /p strong /strong p strong Join Our Brand-New Team at Osprey Court Care Home Opening Late Spring 2025! /strong /p p We are excited to announce the opening of strong Osprey Court Care Home /strong , a luxurious and purpose-built facility nestled in the peaceful strong Pitcrocknie Village /strong . With state-of-the-art accommodation for 60 residents, we offer personalised Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite Care in a nurturing multigenerational environment designed for complete resident wellbeing. /p p strong Be Part of Something Special! /strong /p p We’re looking for a skilled strong Second Chef /strong to join our care home team, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day. /p p strong Why This Role Matters /strong /p p As strong Second Chef /strong , you’ll do more than just cook – you’ll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your expertise in the kitchen will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to. /p p strong Why Join Us? /strong /p ul li £13.50 per hour /li li Full Time /li li Pension Scheme /li li Onsite Parking /li li Paid PVG /li li Uniform Provided /li li 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract) /li /ul p strong What You’ll Do: /strong /p ul li strong Meal Preparation: /strong Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. /li li strong Menu Planning: /strong Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients. /li li strong Kitchen Management: /strong Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. /li li strong Record Keeping: /strong Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality. /li li strong Stock Management: /strong Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed. /li li strong Health & Safety: /strong Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment. /li li strong Cleaning & Maintenance: /strong Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas. /li /ul p strong Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications: /strong /p ul li strong Culinary Qualifications: /strong City & Guilds 706 \” 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards). /li li strong Team Player: /strong Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals. /li li strong Food Hygiene: /strong Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety. /li li strong Communication Skills: /strong Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents’ dietary needs. /li li strong Initiative: /strong Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen when the Head Chef isn’t available. /li /ul p strong Desired Experience: /strong /p ul li strong Specialized Food Preparation: /strong Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents. /li li strong Care Environment Experience: /strong Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential. /li /ul p Our care home is part of strong Care Concern Group /strong , a market-leading, family-owned care group operating close to 80 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. /p p If you’re passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to have you join our team. Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well-being of those in our care. /p p strong Apply now to become a valued member of our care home family! /strong /p