Second Chef

Catering and Hospitality - Harrier Grange Care HomeContract:Full TimeSalary:£15.00 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:40

Are you a passionate and skilled chef ready to support a kitchen where your culinary talents truly matter? At Harrier Grange, we pride ourselves on preparing fresh, nutritious meals that enhance the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents. We are looking for a motivated and organised Second Chef to assist the Head Chef in delivering excellent food in a warm, welcoming care home environment.Harrier Grange is a purpose-built, luxury care home located in the heart of Andover. We provide residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care in a supportive setting where our residents are treated with kindness and dignity — and our team members are truly valued.What We Offer£15.00 per hourContracted to 40 hours per weekPaid DBS, pension, free onsite parking, and uniform provided5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time hours)Ongoing training and genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing organisationWhat You Will Do As Second Chef, you will support the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and serving meals that meet nutritional standards and the individual needs of residents. You will assist in managing food safety, hygiene, stock control, and kitchen operations, helping to maintain high standards throughout. You will also work closely with the kitchen team to ensure a positive dining experience, supporting staff development and contributing to menu planning.What We Are Looking For You will have culinary qualifications such as City and Guilds 706 Part 1 and 2 (or be working towards them) and experience working in a kitchen environment. A strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations is essential. You will have excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to lead and motivate others when required.About Us Harrier Grange 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, and 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.