This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef to join the Barchester Healthcare team as a Peripatetic Chef. You will have the chance to work across multiple care homes in the Bourne region, supporting the delivery of high-quality, fresh food to the residents. Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider with a strong focus on quality of care and employee wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
As a Peripatetic Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals to the residents in Barchester's care homes. You will work collaboratively with the care teams to ensure the residents' dietary needs are met, and you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards. The role offers a great work-life balance, with alternating weekends off and competitive pay plus travel costs.
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 renowned for its commitment to quality of care, with a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies and recognition as one of the best companies to work for in the UK.
Job responsibilities
We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around the region. You will help support several teams and homes in delivering high-quality fresh food. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family as we have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year.
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, and 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.connor@barchester.com
Person Specification
Qualifications
* You should have a relevant NVQ, SVQ, or City & Guilds qualification, along with up-to-date food hygiene training. Experience in working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and a good understanding of nutrition are also essential.
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.
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