At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, nutritious meals and manage the kitchen with a fun team atmosphere.
- Company: Join Barchester, a caring company focused on quality hospitality and fresh food.
- Benefits: Earn bonuses, enjoy discounts, and access free medical and legal services.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values your passion for cooking.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant culinary qualifications and experience with fresh seasonal food.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Overview
Are you a qualified Chef who is passionate about fresh seasonal food and delivering high‑quality, person‑centred hospitality?
As a Second Chef at Barchester, you will support the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well‑balanced menus for residents, while enjoying a better work‑life balance and avoiding split shifts or long weeks.
Responsibilities
- Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
- Assist the Head Chef in menu development and prepare high‑quality, wholesome dishes.
- Work with fresh produce to deliver high‑standard meals.
- Create a warm, efficient and fun environment for staff and residents.
- Work within budget, complete regular audits and manage stock control.
Qualifications
- Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification.
- Good understanding of nutrition and HACCP.
- Experience working with fresh seasonal food.
- Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within a home setting.
- Confident engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus.
- Rewards Package
- Rewarding Excellence bonus of 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, counselling and legal services.
- Tax code review service to ensure correct tax deduction.
- Option to join the monthly staff lottery across the UK.
Join Barchester and help us celebrate life while delivering exceptional care.
We welcome warm, motivated and quality‑driven chefs ready to make a significant impact in a supportive, honest and caring environment.
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