Peripatetic Chef

Job summary

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region including locations from Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin and Spalding. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family . We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent Up to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents Strong kitchen management skills.

Main duties of the job

The role of Peripatetic Chef at Barchester Healthcare involves being a qualified Chef who values work-life balance and aims to make a meaningful impact. As part of the Barchester family, the position requires supporting care homes in various regions including Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin, and Spalding. The chef will be integral in assisting teams in delivering high-quality fresh food. Barchester prides itself on an open and supportive approach that centers on quality care, boasting the highest quality ratings across 224 homes and hospitals in the UK. The organization is in a phase of expansion, planning to open 10 new purpose-built homes annually. Barchester stands out as a top-rated employer in the UKs health and social care sector, having a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, and being unique in its sector as a best company to work for. The role involves having a personable approach, nutritional knowledge, and skills in working with fresh seasonal food, alongside relevant certifications in food safety and kitchen management excellence.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, renowned for its quality service and excellent employment practices. The company operates over 224 care homes and hospitals, focusing on high standards of care through a supportive and honest approach. Known for its sector-leading expertise in healthcare, Barchester continues to expand with an ambitious new build programme, aiming to open 10 purpose-built homes annually. The organization prides itself on being ranked highly among the best health and social care companies to work for in the UK, holding a prestigious two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies. Furthermore, Barchester stands out for being the only healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for, with a commendable standing in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies and top 25 Best Big Companies lists. Barchester's commitment is centered on delivering exceptional care and celebrating life, making a difference in the communities they serve.