Salary: £30,000+ per annum (£15.50/hr Weekdays | £16.50/hr WEEKENDS ) + Time & a Half Overtime Location: Central Gloucester (Just off City Centre – Excellent Transport Links, No Driving Required) Hours: 36.75 hours per week (Two-week rolling rota: 4 days Wk 1, 3 days Wk 2 | 7:30am – 6:30pm) Overview Are you an experienced hospitality chef looking to step away from split shifts and late night finishes without taking a pay cut? We are recruiting a Sous Chef / Second Chef to join a premier, highly supportive residential care home in Central Gloucester. Cooking in a bright, modern, and fully equipped kitchen, you will enjoy exceptional work-life balance ( 36.75 hours per week , zero late finishes, and every other weekend off) while earning £30k+ with enhanced weekend rates and overtime. Key Benefits & Perks: Outstanding Earnings for Hours: Guaranteed £30,000+ base salary for just 36.75 hours per week . Enhanced Weekend Pay: Earn £16.50 per hour on weekend shifts (£15.50/hr weekdays). Overtime Rate: Paid at Time & a Half for any extra shifts. Hospitality Work-Life Balance: Straight shifts (7:30am to 6:30pm), no split shifts, no late nights, and guaranteed every other weekend off . Modern Kitchen Environment: Cook fresh, quality home-cooked meals in a spacious, fully equipped, state-of-the-art kitchen. Prime Central Location: Located just off Gloucester city centre — easily accessible via public transport (no driving or personal vehicle required). Additional Benefits: Paid birthday leave, free uniform, free on-site parking, and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. The Role & Responsibilities: As Second Chef, you will work closely alongside the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards for our residents. Act as second-in-command, stepping up to run the kitchen independently on the Head Chef's days off. Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appealing meals tailored to specific resident dietary and medical requirements. Maintain strict standards of food safety, HACCP, COSHH, and kitchen hygiene. Support with stock control, rotation, ordering, and food waste management. Candidate Requirements: Background as a Sous Chef, Second Chef, Senior CDP, or experienced Lead Cook in fresh-food hospitality or healthcare catering. Proven leadership abilities with the confidence to run a kitchen service independently. High standards of food hygiene, allergen awareness, and kitchen safety. Strong team player with a compassionate approach to residential care catering. If you are ready to secure a rewarding Sous Chef position offering competitive pay, modern facilities, and true work-life balance, submit your CV today for immediate consideration. TPBN1_UKCT
Chef Care Home employer: Jubilee Hospitality
Join a vibrant steakhouse in Tewkesbury, where our commitment to quality and local heritage creates a unique dining experience. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll thrive in a supportive work culture that values excellence and offers opportunities for professional growth, all while enjoying the benefits of working in a picturesque location surrounded by Gloucestershire's stunning countryside.
