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About the Role:
Are you a qualified chef seeking a fulfilling role with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and a good work-life balance? As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you’ll deliver high-quality, nutritious meals while collaborating with residents to tailor menus. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading UK healthcare provider.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist Head Chef in creating nutritious and flavourful menus.
- Work with residents to tailor menus to their needs.
- Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
- Prepare fresh produce for high-quality dishes.
- Maintain a warm, efficient, and fun kitchen environment.
- Control stock and complete regular audits.
- Help lead and motivate a team.
- Work within budget.
Skills and Expertise:
- Qualified Chef with City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
- Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
- Good understanding of nutrition.
- Experience working with fresh, seasonal food.
- Excellent understanding of HACCP.
- Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment.
Job Facilities/Benefits:
- Work-life balance (working days with alternate weekends)
- Free learning and development
- Holiday, retail, and leisure discounts
- Opportunity to showcase talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
Why Join Us:
Barchester is a leading UK healthcare provider consistently investing in growth. Join a company committed to delivering high standards of person-centred hospitality, and enjoy long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs.