Second Chef – Care Home (Blackpool)

About the role

Join Barchester Healthcare as a Second Chef and help deliver hotel‑standard meals in a residential care setting. You will work alongside the Head Chef to create nutritious, seasonal menus that meet the individual needs of our residents while enjoying a balanced work‑life schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen and staff in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Assist the Head Chef with menu development, focusing on fresh, seasonal produce.
• Prepare high‑quality, wholesome dishes that meet HACCP standards.
• Maintain a warm, efficient, and enjoyable kitchen environment.
• Work within allocated budgets and conduct regular audits.
• Control stock levels and ensure timely ordering.

Required profile

• Personable, warm approach with genuine interest in residents’ wellbeing.
• City & Guilds, NVQ, SVQ or equivalent culinary qualification.
• Good understanding of nutrition and fresh seasonal food.
• Confidence engaging with residents to tailor menus.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP principles.

Required skills

• HACCP compliance

What we offer

• Rewarding Excellence bonus up to £500 for good or outstanding CQC inspection.
• Referral scheme with potential earnings up to £500 per successful referral.
• Access to retail and leisure discounts, medical specialists, counselling, legal services, and tax code review.
• Monthly staff lottery participation.