Chef - BankNHS

Job summary

Bank Casual work 0hrs flexible contract. 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

Main duties of the job

This casual, part-time role offers flexible working opportunities without the burden of split shifts and long weeks. As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you'll collaborate with the Head Chef to create nutritious and well-balanced menus tailored to residents' preferences. Barchester values person-centred hospitality, and we're seeking warm, motivated, and quality-driven chefs. This position allows you to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the typical grind. Barchester, a leading UK healthcare provider with over 260 facilities, is committed to continuous growth and investment, offering promising career paths for chefs aiming for high standards. We proudly hold the distinction of being the only UK healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for. In this role, you'll use fresh seasonal ingredients to create wholesome dishes, manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, maintain a fun and efficient work environment, and handle budget management, regular audits, and stock control.

Job description

Bank Casual work 0hrs flexible contract.

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

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. The organization is committed to reinvesting and expanding, with numerous new build homes slated to join the Barchester family. Barchester takes pride in being recognized as one of the best companies to work for in the healthcare sector in the UK. This is the only healthcare company in the UK with this accreditation, highlighting its commitment to the welfare and development of its employees. The company offers robust career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who are driven by delivering high quality and standards. Barchester focuses on offering person-centred hospitality across all its services, ensuring that care, compassion, and motivation are at the core of its operations. In this nurturing environment, qualified chefs have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal food to create nutritious and individualized menus for residents.