Job Description

Second Chef

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Catering and Hospitality - Osprey Court Care Home

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Contract:

Full Time

Salary:

13.50 Per Hour

Shift Type:

Days

Contracted hours:

Full Time

Osprey Court Care Home is a purpose-built home located in peaceful Pitcrocknie Village, Alyth. With state-of-the-art accommodation for 60 residents, we will provide personalised Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care within a nurturing, multigenerational environment designed for complete wellbeing.


We are now looking for a dedicated Second Chef to join our culinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your skills to a brand-new home and help create nutritious, well-balanced meals that residents look forward to every day.

What We Offer

13.50 per hour Full-time role Paid PVG, pension scheme, free uniform, and onsite parking 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract) Full training and ongoing support

What You Will Do

As Second Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the planning and preparation of meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. You will help manage stock rotation, record keeping, and safe food handling, while ensuring the kitchen remains clean, safe, and well-organised. You will also take charge of the kitchen when required, helping to deliver a smooth and efficient service.

What We're Looking For

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards) Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Good organisational skills and attention to detail Team player with strong communication skills Ability to work independently and take initiative when needed Previous experience in a care or catering environment is helpful but not essential

About Us

Osprey Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.


Our five core values -

Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity

- define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.