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.
Main duties of the job The Second Chef at a Barchester care home plays a vital role in providing high-quality meals to residents, focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients. Working alongside the Head Chef, the Second Chef assists in creating well-balanced and nutritious menus tailored to residents' preferences. The position offers a favorable work-life balance without the demands of long weeks and split shifts typical of the hospitality industry. Key responsibilities include managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, developing menus, maintaining high culinary standards, and managing stock and budgets. Barchester values a warm and personable approach and emphasizes quality care, boasting high-quality ratings across its numerous homes and hospitals in the UK. Employees benefit from rewards for excellence, referral schemes, and various support services, contributing to a supportive and rewarding work environment.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and services across the UK, renowned for prioritizing high standards of quality care and a supportive work environment. With over 224 homes and hospitals, Barchester emphasizes delivering person-centered hospitality, focusing on the well-being of residents, and providing staff with opportunities for professional growth and a balanced work life. It is recognized for its open and honest approach, winning accolades for being an outstanding workplace, including a two-star rating by Best Companies and notable rankings among top UK health and social care companies to work for. The organization supports employees with a range of benefits, including financial rewards, counseling and legal services, access to medical specialists, and recreational discounts, promoting a healthy work culture and celebrating life alongside quality-driven professionals.
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, 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 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
Perth
PH1 1SB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)