2nd Chef

We\’re currently recruiting for a second chef in a nursing home in the Clacton area. The vacancy can be either temp to perm or on an adhoc basis. Rolling rota pattern: Times 07:30-16:30 Week 1 Starting on 09/06/2025 Monday, Saturday and Sunday\’s Week 2 starting 16/06/2025 Monday, Thursday and Friday\’s. Key Responsibilities: * Supporting the Head Chef in planning and preparing meals for residents, ensuring that their individual dietary needs and preferences are met * Managing food preparation and cooking processes, maintaining high standards of food safety and hygieney * Assisting with menu planning, portion control, and stock management * Providing leadership and direction to kitchen staff in the absence of the Head Chef * Ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and hygiene regulations * Creating a warm and pleasant mealtime environment for residents, ensuring that food is served in an appealing and enjoyable way * Assisting with the training and development of junior kitchen staff * Handling any kitchen-related queries from residents or staff Requirements: * Proven experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally in a care home or similar setting * Knowledge of dietary needs and nutrition for the elderly or those with specific dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, soft diets, diabetes) * Strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards * Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with residents and staff * A passion for cooking and providing high-quality food in a care environment * Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and holidays as required Desirable: * Experience of managing or supervising kitchen staff * Knowledge of specific dietary restrictions for elderly care, such as dysphagia or texture-modified diets * DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) Unfortunately sponsorships cannot be given for this position