This is an opportunity for a qualified Chef to work in a care home setting, providing high-quality, nutritious meals to residents. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in menu development, working with fresh seasonal produce, and creating a warm and welcoming environment within the home.
Main duties of the job
As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, 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 while working with residents to tailor menus around their preferences. Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider, with a focus on quality of care and a supportive, open work environment. Job responsibilities
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. Minimum Requirements
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 HACCP NEED 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
You will need to hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification, have a good understanding of nutrition, and experience working with fresh seasonal food. A personable and warm approach, along with the ability to create a welcoming environment, are also essential. 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.
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As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, 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 while working with residents to tailor menus around their preferences. Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider, with a focus on quality of care and a supportive, open work environment. Job responsibilities
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. Minimum Requirements
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 HACCP NEED 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
You will need to hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification, have a good understanding of nutrition, and experience working with fresh seasonal food. A personable and warm approach, along with the ability to create a welcoming environment, are also essential. 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.
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