Chef - Bank

TN United Kingdom; Darlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a qualified chef to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work with fresh seasonal ingredients while maintaining a work-life balance. As a Bank Chef, you will assist in crafting nutritious and flavorful menus, ensuring high standards without the stress of split shifts. With opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for passionate chefs who value quality and community. Join a company recognized for its commitment to excellence and make a meaningful impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Free learning and development opportunities

Holiday, retail, and leisure discounts

Annual Hospitality Awards showcase

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and inspiring a kitchen team.
• Good understanding of nutrition and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Deliver high-quality dishes using fresh produce.
• Help create a warm and fun kitchen environment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Nutrition Knowledge

HACCP Understanding

Fresh Seasonal Food Preparation

Personable Approach

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

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Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work-life balance and make what you do matter?

Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person-centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.

Barchester is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several new-build homes opening soon. Join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest standards.

We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.

Minimum Requirements

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• Experience in helping lead and inspire a team
• A good understanding of nutrition
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home
• Good understanding of HACCP

Responsibilities

• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards
• Help create a warm, efficient, and fun environment
• Work within budget
• Complete regular audits
• Manage stock control
• Assist in leading and motivating a team

Rewards Package

• Work-life balance - working days with alternate weekends
• Free learning and development opportunities
• 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 eager to be part of a company driven by quality and who loves to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be.