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 Second 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. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to
Main duties of the job The role of Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare involves working with fresh and seasonal food, aiming to provide hotel/restaurant standards without the lengthy and split shifts typical in those environments. The Second Chef will support the Head Chef, assisting in the creation of nutritious and appetizing menus tailored to the preferences of the residents. This position emphasizes the importance of a warm, personable approach, an understanding of nutrition, and maintaining the highest quality standards. Other responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, managing budget and stock control, and conducting regular audits. Successful candidates will be driven by quality and passionate about delivering person-centered hospitality, contributing to the overall wellbeing of residents in their care homes. Barchester promotes a supportive and open working culture, maintaining high-quality care standards across its services.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, known for its open and honest approach and commitment to quality care. It operates 224 homes and hospitals across the UK, striving to provide the highest quality services. Barchester is recognized for its sector-leading expertise in healthcare and has received multiple accolades, including a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies. It ranks 11th among the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and is placed 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester prides itself on its person-centered hospitality and quality-driven services, underpinned by a supportive work environment that prioritizes the welfare of both staff and residents.
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 Second 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. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.
NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCPNEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK*Terms & conditions apply
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; A good understanding of nutrition; Experience of working with fresh seasonal food; 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
Brentwood
CM13 1AQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)