Barchester Healthcare
Second Chef - Care Home
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Second Chef - Care Home
Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food?
Here at Barchester, you can enjoy fresh seasonal food, work-life balance, and make a meaningful difference.
## About the Role
As a Second Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and well-balanced meals to residents while collaborating with our Head Chef. We rely on passionate, personable, and warm individuals committed to person-centred hospitality.
Working alongside our sector-leading healthcare experts, you’ll contribute to a team dedicated to excellence. Our organisation proudly holds two-star Outstanding ratings from Best Companies, and we recently ranked #11 in the Top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for.
## Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Chef in developing menus that are both flavourful and balanced, tailored to resident preferences
- Cook with fresh, seasonal produce to deliver high-quality dishes
- Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
- Position as a friendly and engaging professional to residents, fostering a welcoming atmosphere
- Work efficiently within budget and maintain strict HACCP standards
- Support menu development, stock management, and kitchen audits
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## Essential Requirements
- Hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ qualification (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience with seasonal, fresh cuisine
- Understanding of nutritional requirements for health/community settings
- Ability to initiate positive interactions with residents
- Knowledge of HACCP principles and safety protocols
## Important Rewards & Perks
- Rewards Scheme: Earn up to £500+ upon a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Gain maximum £500 per successful referral
- Discounted Access: Benefit from partnerships with retailers and lifestyle brands
- Health Support: Free second-opinion medical consultations
- Emotional Support: Free and confidential access to counselling
- Tax Review: Assurance that you are tax-compliant via dedicated service
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## Why Join Us?
We are invite chefs who prioritise quality, community, and passion. If celebrating human connection and nurturing meaningful change aligns with your professional goals, your role at Barchester can help shape a release-focused, supportive workplace for a more rewarding career in healthcare.
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