Chef - Bank

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 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

Main duties of the job

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. As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will 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 driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UK's 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 offers long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. As part of the rewards package, you will enjoy work-life balance by working days with alternate weekends.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is dedicated to offering high-quality care and hospitality services. Barchester invests in its facilities and is expanding with several new build homes on the horizon. The organisation emphasizes delivering person-centred hospitality and prides itself on creating environments that are warm, welcoming, and inclusive for both residents and staff. Barchester is also notable for being the only healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for. This sets Barchester apart as an employer that values its staff's work-life balance and professional development. Chefs and other professionals working within Barchester can anticipate long-term career growth, skill development opportunities, and involvement in prestigious events like the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards. Barchester values quality and offers a supportive working environment for those passionate about making a tangible difference in the healthcare sector.