Second Chef

Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is pleased to recruit on behalf of Care UK, an award-winning care provider seeking an ambitious Second Chef to join their culinary team in Edinburgh, UK. This permanent position offers social-friendly working hours, alternate weekends off, and professional development through Care UK's internal Catering Academy.

In this key culinary leadership role, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and prepare nutritious, fresh, and diet-sensitive meals tailored to residents' health requirements. You will play an active role in menu design, inventory management, food safety compliance, and mentoring kitchen staff to maintain exceptional culinary standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring smooth service and high standards of food preparation using fresh produce.

• Design and prepare balanced, nutritious menus tailored to specific dietary and health needs of care home residents.

• Oversee inventory management, manage food costs, and enforce strict compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef or Assistant Chef in a fast-paced environment focused on fresh ingredients.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to supervise and develop kitchen staff.

• Working knowledge of specialized dietary requirements and strict adherence to food safety protocols.

Benefits

• Alternate weekend shifts with social-friendly hours, Wagestream earned wage access, and Bank Holiday pay enhancements.

• Advanced culinary training, coaching, and access to approved apprenticeship schemes via the Catering Academy.

• Comprehensive employee wellbeing programs, an annual purchase holiday scheme, and access to retail discounts.