Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef to join Barchester Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK. As a Peripatetic Chef, you will have the chance to work across multiple care homes, delivering high-quality, fresh meals to residents. Barchester is committed to providing the best possible care, and this role is crucial in supporting that mission. Main duties of the job The Peripatetic Chef will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, appetizing meals for the residents of the care homes they support. They will work closely with the care home teams to ensure that the dietary needs of the residents are met, and they will have the opportunity to showcase their culinary skills and creativity. The successful candidate will have a passion for food, a good understanding of nutrition, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, operating 224 care homes and hospitals across the country. The company is committed to providing the highest quality of care, and has been recognized for its excellent work environment and employee satisfaction. 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 1229595723 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Chippenham SN14 6UZ 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 The ideal candidate for this role will have NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent qualifications, as well as up-to-date food hygiene certification. They should also have experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and a good understanding of nutrition. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The ideal candidate for this role will have NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent qualifications, as well as up-to-date food hygiene certification. They should also have experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and a good understanding of nutrition. 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 Chippenham SN14 6UZ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)