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About the Role:
Are you a qualified chef seeking a fulfilling role with a focus on work-life balance? As a Second Chef at Barchester in Surrey, you’ll assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious and flavorful menus, tailored to residents’ needs, while upholding hotel/restaurant standards without the long, split shifts. You’ll be part of a team committed to person-centred hospitality.
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 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.
- Good understanding of HACCP.
Job Facilities/Benefits:
- Rewarding Excellence bonus (up to 500* for Good/Outstanding CQC inspection).
- Unlimited Refer a Friend scheme (up to 500* per referral).
- Retail and leisure discounts.
- Free access to medical specialists.
- Confidential counselling and legal services.
- Tax code review service.
- Monthly staff lottery.
Why Join Us:
Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider with a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked among the top health & social care companies to work for. We offer a supportive, open, and honest approach where quality of care is paramount. Join a company with outstanding ratings across its 224 homes and hospitals in the UK, driven by quality, and celebrate life.