Job Summary
This role as a Second Chef in a care home setting provides an opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal food and have a better work-life balance compared to a hotel or restaurant environment. The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious and flavoursome menus, tailored to the residents' preferences. Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, known for its high-quality ratings and commitment to person-centred care.
Main Duties of the Job
As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the long hours and split shifts. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Assisting in menu development
2. Working with fresh produce to create high-quality and wholesome dishes
3. Managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
4. Creating a warm and efficient environment for the residents
5. Working within budget
6. Completing regular audits
7. Managing stock control
About Us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, operating 224 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is known for its commitment to quality of care, with a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies and recognition as one of the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and one of the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.
Date Posted: 25 February 2025
Pay Scheme: Other
Salary: £15.10 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference Number: 1246572765
Job Locations: Barchester Healthcare, Upminster, RM14 2YP
Job Responsibilities
Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work-life balance and make what you do matter? 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.
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
* 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.
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.
Employer Details:
Employer Name: Barchester Healthcare
Address: Barchester Healthcare, Upminster, RM14 2YP
Employer's Website: https://www.barchester.com/
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