About this role
Job summary Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City
Main duties of the job The Head Chef - Care Home role at Barchester Healthcare offers a unique opportunity for chefs looking for a stable work-life balance while delivering remarkable dining experiences. This permanent position is based in Old Southgate and offers a competitive rate of £19.00 per hour. Chefs at Barchester can expect rewarding incentives such as a 'Rewarding Excellence' bonus, an engaging refer a friend scheme, and access to a wide array of retail and leisure discounts. Chefs are expected to work 4/5 days a week, including alternate weekends. The position prioritizes quality, high standards, and personal development, with access to medical specialists, legal services, and an internal Learning and Development team offering apprenticeships. Chefs can lead and innovate within a supportive environment, with responsibility for menu development, team leadership, and maintaining an engaging atmosphere. Chefs will benefit from the Barchester Chef Academy, offering year-round opportunities to enhance culinary skills and train others. Overall, Barchester promotes a supportive and enriching work environment dedicated to quality care and development.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a distinguished provider of high-quality care services, delivering specialized care in numerous facilities around the UK. Founded on principles of quality and integrity, Barchester is renowned for its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in care and hospitality. The company emphasizes a philosophy that incorporates personalized care and a warm environment for both residents and staff. Barchester offers numerous facilities and services ranging from care homes to hospitals, supporting individuals with a variety of needs. Personnel at Barchester benefit from a culture of development, with numerous opportunities for professional growth through its Learning and Development team and Barchester Chef Academy. This dedication to excellence is a hallmark of Barchester's operational strategy, making it a leading name in the care home sector. Their commitment not only ensures exceptional care for residents but also an enriching and supportive environment for all staff members, driving continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be!
Your Benefits and Rewards
Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week
Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection
Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral
Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies
Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it
Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services
Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax
Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide
Your Experience and Qualifications
A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents
Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team
Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition
The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes
Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus
Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard
Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH
Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques)
Your Role and Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required
Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality
Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards
Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch
Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas
Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control
Create a warm, efficient and fun environment
Ongoing recruitment and retention
Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house
As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development.
We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs.
Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills.
Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today!
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent. Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team. Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition. The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes. Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus. Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard. Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH. Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (training available if new to care).
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
Old Southgate
N14 7DJ
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)