Second Chef
About this role
Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is delighted to recruit on behalf of Care UK, an award-winning care provider seeking a talented Second Chef to join their culinary team in Edinburgh, UK. This full-time position offers social-friendly working hours, alternate weekend shifts, and structured career development through an internal Catering Academy.
In this pivotal kitchen leadership role, you will assist the Head Chef in running smooth daily kitchen operations using fresh, seasonal produce. You will design and prepare nutritious, diet-sensitive menus tailored to residents' specific health requirements while maintaining strict compliance with food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and stock control guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise daily kitchen operations, lead kitchen staff, and step in to manage kitchen workflows in the absence of the Head Chef.
Plan and prepare nutritious, well-balanced, and diet-sensitive meals customized to residents' nutritional needs and preferences.
Manage stock control, minimize food waste, adhere to food cost guidelines, and maintain complete compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Chef in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a strong focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Supervisory experience with a track record of training, guiding, and mentoring kitchen personnel.
Strong knowledge of food safety, health and safety compliance, menu design, and dietary requirements.
Benefits
Alternate weekend and social working hours with instant access to earned wages via Wagestream.
Enhanced pay rates for Bank Holiday shifts alongside an annual holiday purchase option.
Dedicated training, coaching, and apprenticeship opportunities through the Care UK Catering Academy.