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 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.
Main duties of the job
As a Bank Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the unique opportunity to create hotel/restaurant-quality meals without the usual stresses of long hours and split shifts. Your role will involve assisting the Head Chef in designing nutritious and delicious menus that are tailored to the preferences of our residents. Working in a casual, part-time capacity, this role offers flexible working conditions that support a better work-life balance. Barchester Healthcare is renowned for its high-quality person-centred hospitality across more than 260 homes and hospitals in the UK. The organization is deeply committed to growth, frequently reinvesting, and welcoming new homes into the Barchester family. This role comes with potential career growth for ambitious chefs dedicated to maintaining high standards. The company is celebrated for its work environment and is the only healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for.
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
About us
Barchester Healthcare stands as one of the UKs leading providers in the healthcare sector, managing over 260 homes and hospitals across the nation. The organization is committed to providing person-centred hospitality, ensuring that each resident receives care and culinary experiences tailored to their preferences and nutritional needs. Constantly reinvesting, Barchester is in a phase of dynamic growth, with multiple new build homes set to join its expanding family. As an employer, Barchester is proud of its reputation as one of the best companies to work for, ensuring an enriching work environment for its staff alongside the opportunity for both personal and professional growth. They emphasize high standards, quality of service, and are driven by the values of motivation, warmth, and passion in their employees.