Second Chef - Care Home

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? Working as a 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. Here at Barchester, 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. 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. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK *Terms & conditions apply.

Main duties of the job

As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will work with fresh, seasonal food, aiming to deliver hotel and restaurant standards without split shifts or long work weeks. Your primary responsibilities include assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious and balanced menus customized for the residents, managing the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, and working within budgetary constraints. You are expected to maintain a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring high-quality dishes and service. The role emphasizes the importance of being personable and having a sincere interest in residents' well-being. You'll benefit from incentives like a Rewarding Excellence bonus, access to a refer-a-friend scheme, and various retail and leisure discounts.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of high-quality care services, managing over 224 homes and hospitals throughout the UK. The company is committed to delivering superior hospitality and care, leading to its exceptional quality ratings in the sector. Barchester's approach is rooted in openness, honesty, and support, ensuring that the quality of care is paramount in all of its operations. The company is also recognized for being a great place to work, earning accolades such as a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies, and being ranked within the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for. Barchester places significant emphasis on personal and professional well-being, offering various incentives and supports for its employees.