Chef - BankNHS

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 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselve

Main duties of the job

This role is for a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food and offers a casual, part-time position with flexible working hours. At Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver high quality culinary standards without the long split shifts. You will play an important role in assisting the Head Chef to create nutritious menus tailored to the preferences of residents, and deliver person-centred hospitality. Barchester is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with upwards of 260 homes and hospitals. The organisation offers opportunities for career growth, particularly for chefs committed to working at high standards. They pride themselves on being the sole healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for. Benefits include work-life balance with alternate weekends, free learning and development opportunities, various discounts on holidays, retail, and leisure, and the opportunity to participate in the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.

Job description

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 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to 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

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider in the UK, operating over 260 homes and hospitals throughout the country. The organisation is dedicated to continuous reinvestment and expansion, with plans for further new facilities to join their network in the future. Barchester places a strong emphasis on providing high-quality person-centred care and hospitality, seeking employees who are warm, driven by quality, and focused on the wellbeing of patients and residents. They offer long-term career growth opportunities, particularly in the culinary field, and are unique in their recognition as one of the best companies to work for within the UK healthcare sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive learning and development programs, alongside a range of discounts and a supportive work-life balance through flexible scheduling options. Barchesters mission prioritizes both the physical and emotional well-being of those under their care as well as the professional development and satisfaction of their staff.