Second Chef

Second Chef

Catering and Hospitality - Bay Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £13.26 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: Full Time

We are seeking a skilled Second Chef to join our brand-new, purpose-built care home in the picturesque seaside town of Largs.

Opening soon, our luxury care home will provide exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for up to 80 residents. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning — helping to shape the standards and deliver outstanding food experiences in a brand-new kitchen environment.

As Second Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and service are maintained. Your culinary skills and team spirit will make a meaningful impact on the daily lives of our residents.

What We Offer

£13.26 per hour

4 days over 7, 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Paid PVG, pension, free onsite parking, and uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities within a growing, dynamic organisation that values your skills and ambitions

What You Will Do

Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals that meet individual dietary needs and preferences

Assist with menu planning and stock ordering to ensure a varied and nutritious offering

Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards in line with food safety guidelines

Record fridge/freezer temperatures and monitor food quality

Ensure proper stock rotation and safe storage of supplies

Clean and store all kitchen equipment, crockery, and utensils safely

Adhere to Health & Safety, fire safety, and infection prevention protocols

Contribute to the setup of kitchen routines and systems in our new home

What We’re Looking For

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent (achieved or working towards)

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience working in a kitchen, ideally within a care or healthcare environment

Confidence to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef

Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach

Passion for preparing high-quality meals that support wellbeing and enjoyment

About Us
Our care home is part of Care Concern Group, a market-leading, family-owned care provider with 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in. Our values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity – are the foundation of everything we do. If you share these values and want to help make a difference, we’d love to hear from you