Second Chef - Care Home

Partner with Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency: Second Chef Opportunity

Position Overview

• Role: Second Chef - Care Home (Permanent, Full-Time)

• Hours: 40.00 hours per week (Day shifts, excellent work-life balance without split shifts and long weeks)

• Location: Bayleaf Care Home, Sallowbush Road, Huntingdon, PE29 7AF

• Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour

• Posting Period: Posted 13 August 2026 | Expires 11 September 2026

About the Opportunity

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to source dedicated culinary professionals. We are currently recruiting a Second Chef for Bayleaf Care Home on a permanent, full-time basis.

In this role, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standards using fresh seasonal food, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, working directly with residents to tailor meals around their preferences and ensure person-centred hospitality.

What We Are Looking For (Need to Have)

• Qualifications: Hold City & Guilds / NVQ / SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.

• Experience: Proven experience working with fresh, seasonal food and a good understanding of HACCP.

• Knowledge: A solid understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements.

• Attributes: A warm, personable approach with a genuine interest in resident wellbeing and the ability to create a welcoming, fun environment.

Key Responsibilities (Need to Do)

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.

• Assist the Head Chef with menu development, budgeting, and stock control.

• Prepare wholesome, high-quality dishes using fresh produce.

• Complete regular audits and maintain top-tier kitchen standards.

Rewards & Benefits Package

• Competitive Pay: £13.69 per hour.

• Rewarding Excellence Bonus: Financial rewards up to £500* for Good or Outstanding CQC inspections.

• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn up to £500* per successful referral.

• Wellbeing & Support: Free access to medical specialists for second opinions, plus confidential free counseling and legal services.

• Perks: Wide range of retail/leisure discounts and the option to join the monthly staff lottery. (Terms & conditions apply)