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 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/
Main duties of the job As a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the unique opportunity to maintain a work-life balance while delivering hotel and restaurant-quality standards. You'll assist the Head Chef in crafting nutritious menus that cater to residents' needs. We pride ourselves on providing person-centred hospitality and seek warm, motivated chefs driven by quality. Barchester, a leading healthcare service provider, operates with an open, supportive philosophy ensuring the highest quality care. We have earned a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies and are recognized among the top Health & Social Care Companies in the UK. This role demands a personable approach, a deep understanding of nutrition, and experience in fresh seasonal food. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, assisting in menu development, and ensuring high-quality dishes. Benefits include financial rewards for excellence by CQC inspections, access to a refer-a-friend scheme, and additional rewards tied to performance.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider in the health and social care sector. With over 224 homes and hospitals across the UK, Barchester stands at the forefront of quality healthcare services. Our commitment is to ensure that quality of care remains at the core of everything we do. We pride ourselves on achieving the highest quality ratings, with a focus on open, honest, and supportive interaction with both clients and employees. Recognized for our excellence, Barchester has secured a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, placing us 11th among the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for. We are also ranked 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to work for in the UK. Our approach is built on person-centred care, where every individual is treated with respect, and our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of residents. Barchester is a community of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
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
City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent, good understanding of nutrition, experience 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
Basingstoke
RG21 5NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)