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Second Chef

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United Kingdom , Edinburgh

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Salary:

14.04 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

Join an award-winning Catering Team of the Year and Scottish Care Nutrition winners. Are you a passionate chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Meallmore is the place to be! As a second chef, you’ll value one thing above all, kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining Meallmore you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our residents.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support the Head chef to organise, plan and prepare meals ensuring that all home cooked food not only looks and tastes delicious but also reflects the preferences and dietary requirements of each resident
  • Working alongside the Head Chef in providing guidance and training to care teams on understanding and implementing safe and appropriate textured food options for residents, ensuring compliance with dietary standards
  • Comply with industry and Meallmore quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards
  • You will be involved in menu development, tailoring around resident’s needs, likes and dislikes to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality

Requirements:

  • Strong cookery skills and creativity in preparing home cooked nutritious meals
  • A personal and warm approach with a genuine interest of the well-being of our residents
  • Ability to work to deadlines meeting the needs of the residents
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of food safety practices

Nice to have:

  • Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs and food allergies is desirable but not essential
  • A culinary qualification is desirable but not essential
What we offer:
  • Company sick pay & free parking
  • Subsidised colleague meals & Blue Light Card eligibility
  • Overtime rates & Wagestream (access to earned wages before payday)
  • Full access to training via our Award-Winning Academy of Care Chef Excellence

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 18, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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