Second Chef - Bank - Care Home
- NHS
- Full Time
- Southampton
- 18.87 an hour
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 Second 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 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 to 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 th
Main duties of the job
This role is perfect for a qualified chef who wants to work with fresh seasonal food and achieve a better work-life balance. As a bank Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you'll have an opportunity for flexible work, without the strain of split shifts and long weeks. Your main responsibility will be to assist the Head Chef with the creation of nutritious and well-balanced meals, specifically tailored to residents' preferences. Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's leading care providers, offers excellent career growth opportunities in over 224 homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering person-centred hospitality, and we seek passionate chefs who pride themselves on quality. Additional benefits include a work-life balance with alternate weekends off, free learning and development opportunities, and a variety of discounts on holidays, retail, and leisure activities. There is also an annual Hospitality Awards event to showcase your talent, and an unlimited Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Join today if you are passionate about making a difference.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, operating over 224 homes and hospitals across the nation. Known for its commitment to quality and innovative approaches, Barchester Healthcare has consistently grown by reinvesting in existing facilities and opening new ones. They pride themselves on providing exceptional care and hospitality with a person-centred approach. The organisation values its employees and provides numerous opportunities for long-term career growth. Barchester has a reputation not only for excellence in healthcare but also for creating supportive and motivational work environments. They have been recognized as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, the only healthcare provider with such accreditation. The company is passionate about celebrating life and is driven by the core values of compassion, respect, and dedication.
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 Second 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
Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist the Head Chef in menu development Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp 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
- 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
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
Southampton
SO30 2ZS
United Kingdom
