Barchester Healthcare
Second Chef - Bank - Care Home
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Second Chef - Bank - Care Home
Casual Part-Time Bank Chef – 0 Hours Contract
This is a 0-hour contract role covering annual leave, rota gaps, and sickness absences.
A chance to enjoy flexible, seasonal cooking with a focus on work-life balance while making a meaningful difference to residents.
About Barchester
Barchester is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers, operating over 224 homes and hospitals nationwide. Known for exceptional quality in person-centred care and hospitality, we’re also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.
As part of a growing organisation with new builds in development, we offer long-term career growth to driven professionals.
The Role
You’ll work as the Bank Second Chef at Barchester, delivering hotel and restaurant standards without split shifts or long weeks. Your responsibilities include:
- Assisting the Head Chef in tailoring and developing nutritious, seasonal menus for residents’
- Managing the kitchen independently during the Head Chef’s absence
- Enhancing the resident experience with warm, personable hospitality
- Working with fresh seasonal produce to create high-quality dishes
- Ensuring quality and standards meet Barchester’s exacting benchmark
- Leading and motivating the kitchen team
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Requirements
Applicants must meet the following non-negotiables:
- Certified qualification: City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent in culinary arts
- Proven experience leading and inspiring kitchen teams
- Strong nutritional understanding to support resident needs
- Expertise in working with fresh seasonal food
- Proven ability to create a welcoming, efficient, and fun team environment
- Familiarity with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) procedures
Key Responsibilities
- Menu development in collaboration with the Head Chef
- Team leadership and day-to-day kitchen management
- Raw material to finished product – ensuring wholesome, high-quality dishes
- Stock control & budget management
- Regular audits to maintain compliance and quality
- Creating a positive environment rooted in hospitality excellence
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Rewards & Benefits
- Work-life balance with alternate weekend working days
- Free learning & development opportunities
- Discounts on holiday, retail, and leisure offers
- Annual Barchester Hospitality Awards – a chance to showcase your talent
- Refer a Friend perk – earn recognition for successful referrals
- Commitment to quality – rewarding excellence in every role, where passion drives success
If you’re a motivated chef who values authentic quality, teamwork, and enriching lives, this is the role for you at Barchester.
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