About this role
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.
Main duties of the job The role is designed for a qualified chef aiming to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As a Bank Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will work in a casual, part-time capacity with flexible working arrangements. One of the major perks is the ability to deliver high-standard culinary experiences without the demanding schedule of split shifts and lengthy workweeks common in the industry. Alongside the Head Chef, you'll contribute to the creation of nutritious, flavorful, and balanced menus. You'll also have the opportunity to work closely with residents, tailoring meals to meet their individual needs and preferences, exemplifying Barchester's dedication to person-centered hospitality. The organisation prides itself in creating a nurturing environment and looks for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs. Barchester is a leader in the UK healthcare sector, with over 260 facilities, and the company is in a continuous state of growth, which includes plans for new facilities. This setting provides long-term career growth opportunities for chefs who are committed to high standards.
About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK, boasting over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is known for its continuous reinvestment in its facilities and staff, ensuring a high standard of healthcare and personal services. This includes plans for expansion, which implies a commitment to long-term growth and organisational development. Barchester takes pride in offering not just healthcare but also quality of life improvements for its residents. It has been accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK within the healthcare sector. The organisation places a high priority on person-centred care, which extends to its culinary staff, making sure their offerings are both healthy and tailored to residents' needs. Their approach combines health, hospitality, and career growth opportunities for their employees.
Job description Job responsibilities
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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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Denmead
PO7 6XP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)