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? 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 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and 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
Main duties of the job Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food and enjoy more of a work-life balance while making a difference. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, collaborating with residents to tailor these menus accordingly. At Barchester, we take pride in delivering person-centered hospitality across all our services and seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs committed to quality. Barchester Healthcare is among the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals nationwide. We continue to reinvest and grow, with several new build homes scheduled to open and join the Barchester family. Barchester offers long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who strive for the highest standards. Notably, we are the only UK healthcare provider accredited among the best companies to work for, offering a positive and supportive work environment.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider in the UK, managing over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. Aimed at ensuring exceptional healthcare services, Barchester is committed to continuous reinvestment and growth within the sector. With a focus on delivering person-centered care, Barchester has carved a niche in the industry for quality-driven services. They provide opportunities for team members to grow in their careers through various professional development programs. Celebrating the efforts and achievements of their employees, Barchester fosters a warm and inclusive work environment. Significantly, it stands out as the UK's sole healthcare provider recognized amongst the best companies to work for, indicative of its commitment to employee satisfaction and well-being. This accreditation underscores Barchester Healthcare's dedication to creating high-quality healthcare environments that prioritize both staff and resident needs.
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?
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 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and 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
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
Horsham
RH12 5HT
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)