Chef - Bank
Job Description
Job summary
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride t
Main duties of the job
This role requires a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, offering flexible working conditions. This casual, part-time Bank Chef position at Barchester allows you to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks, assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome menus tailored to residents. Barchester Healthcare is a leading UK healthcare provider with 224 homes and hospitals, focusing on person-centred hospitality and career growth. As a chef in this role, you'll have a personable, warm approach, an understanding of nutrition, experience with seasonal food, and the ability to inspire a team and create a welcoming environment. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen, working with fresh produce, completing audits, and managing stock control while working within budget. Barchester offers a work-life balance, learning and development opportunities, discounts, and the chance to showcase your talent at the annual Hospitality Awards.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a premier healthcare provider in the UK, operating over 224 homes and hospitals nationwide. Known for its emphasis on quality care and person-centred hospitality, Barchester continually invests in growth and development, with new build homes being added to the group. Barchester is noted for creating nurturing environments that support both residents and employees, offering long-term career opportunities for its staff. It has been accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, focusing on delivering high standards in health care and employee satisfaction. Barchester seeks driven, motivated individuals who strive for professional excellence, offering robust training and development pathways. As part of the team, individuals are given the opportunity to work closely with residents, tailoring services to meet individual needs and preferences, thereby enriching the lives of those in its care. Barchester values the contribution of each team member and encoura
Job responsibilities
Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter?
This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.
Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards.
We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work.
NEED TO HAVE
A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP
NEED TO DO
Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team
REWARDS PACKAGE
Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent, experience in helping lead and inspire a team, a good understanding of nutrition, experience of working with fresh seasonal food, the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home, good understanding of HACCP
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Ferndown
BH22 9EU
United Kingdom
