Job summary We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Barchester is a leading healthcare provider with a focus on quality care and a supportive working environment. Main duties of the job As a Peripatetic Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality, fresh meals for residents in our care homes. You will work across multiple sites, supporting different teams and ensuring a consistent standard of catering. The role requires a personable approach, good understanding of nutrition, and experience working with seasonal ingredients. You will also need to maintain up-to-date food hygiene certifications and demonstrate strong kitchen management skills. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, operating over 200 care homes and hospitals. The company is known for its commitment to quality care, employee well-being, and innovative approach to healthcare delivery. Barchester has been recognized for its outstanding workplace culture, receiving accolades such as a two-star rating from Best Companies and rankings among the top healthcare and large companies to work for in the UK. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £25,000 to £30,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1229595727 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Weyhill SP11 0PN Job description Job responsibilities Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food.Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family. We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. ABOUT YOU A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent Up to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents Strong kitchen management skills REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay travel costs A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate chef who is keen to be part of a company that centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be. Please follow the link to apply and for further information please contact Tara Connor on tara.connorbarchester.com Job description Job responsibilities Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food.Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family. We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. ABOUT YOU A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent Up to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents Strong kitchen management skills REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay travel costs A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate chef who is keen to be part of a company that centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be. Please follow the link to apply and for further information please contact Tara Connor on tara.connorbarchester.com Person Specification Qualifications Essential - NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent in catering or culinary arts - Up-to-date food hygiene certification - Experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients - Strong kitchen management and customer service skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential - NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent in catering or culinary arts - Up-to-date food hygiene certification - Experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients - Strong kitchen management and customer service skills 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Weyhill SP11 0PN Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)