Chef - Bank

This job opportunity is for a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food in a casual, part-time position that offers a better work-life balance. As a Bank Chef at Barchester, the role involves delivering high-quality hotel/restaurant standard food without the burdens of split shifts and long working weeks. The position entails assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious and appealing menus that are tailored to the residents. The role emphasizes the importance of delivering person-centred hospitality services and seeks chefs who are warm, motivated, and driven by quality. Barchester is a leading healthcare provider in the UK with over 224 homes and hospitals, and it offers long-term career growth opportunities for ambitious chefs who uphold high standards. The company is recognized as one of the best to work for in the healthcare sector in the UK.

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 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

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 well-established healthcare provider in the UK, recognized for its high standards and commitment to quality. With a network of over 224 care homes and hospitals across the country, Barchester Healthcare is known for consistently reinvesting in its facilities and expanding its reach with new builds. The organisation is dedicated to offering person-centred care and hospitality, focusing on the wellbeing of residents. Barchester prides itself on creating a supportive and growth-oriented work environment, providing opportunities for career advancement and skill development. The company values the contributions of its staff and has earned accreditation as one of the best companies to work for in the healthcare sector, highlighting its dedication to employee satisfaction and excellence.

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