Chef - Bank

This temporary position for a Chef - Bank at Barchester Healthcare is an excellent opportunity for qualified chefs seeking a flexible working schedule. The role entails delivering high-quality, nutritious meals using fresh seasonal ingredients without the demands of split shifts and extended work weeks. The job involves closely collaborating with the Head Chef to curate balanced meals tailored to the preferences of residents, ensuring high standards of dietary care. Additionally, the position demands assisting in kitchen management in the absence of the Head Chef, supporting stock control, completing audits, and motivating the kitchen staff. This role is well-suited for chefs who value quality and person-centered service, aligning precisely with the values upheld by Barchester, one of the UKs leading healthcare providers known for consistent reinvestment and growth. With over 260 locations nationwide and continued expansion, Barchester offers significant career growth opportunities, supported by an array of rewards, development programs, and work-life balance initiatives.

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 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 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to 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

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider in the UK, known for its commitment to quality in delivering hospitality services across its facilities. With a network of over 260 homes and hospitals, Barchester has established itself as a leader in the industry, continuously investing in growth and new home developments. The company places a significant emphasis on providing career development and opportunities for growth to its employees, fostering an environment of encouragement and advancement for ambitious professionals. Barchesters dedication to quality extends to its culinary services, where it prides itself on offering nutritious, seasonal meals tailored to the needs of its residents. The organization engages with skilled chefs committed to maintaining high standards in dietary management, while also offering flexible work arrangements to ensure a positive work-life balance. Recognized as an appealing workplace, Barchester is uniquely identified as the sole healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited among the best companies to work for.

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