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 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. 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.
Main duties of the job As a bank Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food in a care home located in Croydon. You will assist the Head Chef in crafting nutritious and well-balanced menus, aiming to deliver restaurant-quality dishes while ensuring work-life balance with flexible hours. The role is temporary and part-time, offering hourly pay. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, working with fresh produce, and maintaining high standards in menu development. You will be responsible for stock control, completing regular audits, and creating a welcoming atmosphere in the kitchen. Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country, and it is consistently expanding. We focus on person-centred hospitality, aiming for quality and warmth in the services provided and are passionate about long-term career growth for ambitious chefs.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider within the UK, boasting a significant presence with over 224 care homes and hospitals throughout the country. Committed to delivering exceptional service, Barchester focuses on offering person-centred hospitality, ensuring that each resident receives tailored care and attention. The organisation is continuously evolving, consistently reinvesting in its existing establishments and expanding with new care homes. As a testament to its commitment to quality and staff satisfaction, Barchester is the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. They emphasize a supportive work environment that encourages career advancement and personal growth. They aim to recruit warm and motivated individuals passionate about making a significant impact in the lives of those they care for. Working with Barchester means being part of a team that prioritizes quality, innovation, and compassion.
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 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.
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
Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist the Head Chef in menu development Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standardsHelp 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
Croydon
CR0 5PH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)