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 to cover training and holidays of permanent chefs. You will be asked to travel to several homes in your area so having a vehicle is a must. 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 either assist the Head Chef or stand in for them 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 bu
Main duties of the job
This is a casual, part-time role for a qualified chef looking to maintain a work-life balance while working with fresh seasonal food. The role involves flexible working to cover training and holidays of permanent chefs, requiring travel to several homes in the area, making vehicle ownership essential. As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. Your responsibilities include assisting the Head Chef or standing in for them to create nutritious, well-balanced menus tailored to resident preferences. Barchester is proud of its person-centered hospitality approach across all services and seeks chefs with warmth, motivation, and passion who are quality-driven. Barchester, a leading UK healthcare provider with over 260 homes and hospitals, offers long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs committed to high-quality standards.
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 to cover training and holidays of permanent chefs. You will be asked to travel to several homes in your area so having a vehicle is a must. 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 either assist the Head Chef or stand in for them 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 and baking 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 prominent healthcare provider in the UK, operating over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is committed to providing exceptional person-centered care and hospitality services across all its facilities. Barchester takes pride in delivering high-quality standards and focuses on creating a warm, welcoming environment for both residents and staff. Ongoing reinvestment and growth are key to the company's strategy, with plans for new build homes to join the Barchester family. Barchester is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in the UK healthcare sector, offering employees opportunities for career growth and professional development. They are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of residents and ensure that staff have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles.