Peri Chef Bank

This role will be covering Ashby House in Milton Keynes, Collingtree Park in Northampton, and Juniper House in Brackley. You must be a driver for this role. Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work-life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around the region. This is a great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high-quality fresh food. Barchester works with an open, honest, supportive approach, where the quality of care is at the heart of everything they do. They are proud to have the highest quality ratings across their 224 homes and hospitals in the UK. It is an exciting time to join with an ambitious new builds programme that aims to open 10 new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester has received accolades such as a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies and being ranked in the top Best Companies to work for in the UK.

This role will be covering Ashby House in Milton Keynes, Collingtree Park in Northampton and Juniper House in Brackley. You must be a driver for this role.

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter?

We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food.

Here at the Barchester family, 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.

It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family . We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. 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. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.

ABOUT YOU A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent Up to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents Strong kitchen management skills

REWARDS PACKAGE

Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay + travel costs 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 centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be.

The Barchester family is a sector-leading healthcare provider with an impressive presence across the UK. With 224 homes and hospitals, their open, honest, and supportive approach ensures high-quality care for their residents. Their commitment to excellence is evident in their sector-leading quality ratings. Joining Barchester offers the opportunity to be part of an ambitious growth plan, with a target to open 10 new purpose-built homes each year, inspiring innovations in healthcare environments. Barchester has received significant recognition, including being awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies. Additionally, they have been ranked as one of the top Health & Social Care Companies to work for in the UK and stand proud as the only healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for. For passionate individuals seeking to celebrate life and make a difference, Barchester represents an inspiring workplace committed to its care-focused mission.

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