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About the Role:
Are you a qualified Chef looking for a fulfilling role with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and a better work-life balance? As a Second Chef at Barchester, you’ll help deliver high-quality, nutritious meals while working with residents to create personalized menus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
- Assist Head Chef in menu development.
- Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes.
- Create a warm, efficient, and fun kitchen environment.
- Work within budget.
- Complete regular audits.
- Manage stock control.
Skills and Expertise:
- Qualified Chef with City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
- Good understanding of nutrition.
- Experience working with fresh, seasonal food.
- Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment.
- Confidence engaging with residents to create appealing and nutritious menus.
- Good understanding of HACCP.
Job Facilities/Benefits:
- Rewarding Excellence bonus (up to 500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection).
- Unlimited Refer a Friend scheme (up to 500* per referral).
- Wide range of retail and leisure discounts.
- Free access to medical specialists.
- Confidential and free counselling and legal services.
- Tax code review service.
- Option to join monthly staff lottery.
Why Join Us:
Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider with a strong commitment to quality of care. We’re proud to have a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies and are ranked amongst the top health and social care companies to work for in the UK. We value passionate, warm, and motivated individuals who share our commitment to quality and a supportive work environment.