Chef - Bank

NHS; Horley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a qualified Chef for a flexible Bank Chef role in Horley. This position offers the opportunity to create nutritious and delicious menus while working closely with residents to cater to their preferences. Enjoy a work-life balance with no split shifts, and be part of a team that values quality and passion in cooking. With a commitment to excellence and growth, this role promises long-term career opportunities in a supportive environment. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about providing quality food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Holiday, retail, and leisure discounts

Opportunity to showcase talent at awards

Access to Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading and inspiring a kitchen team.
• Good understanding of nutrition and seasonal food.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and manage the kitchen in their absence.
• Prepare high-quality dishes from fresh produce.

Skills

Team Leadership

Nutrition Knowledge

HACCP Principles

Menu Creation

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

The company, Barchester Healthcare, is seeking a qualified Chef to work as a Bank Chef at their Horley location. The role involves creating nutritious, flavorsome, and well-balanced menus while working with residents to cater to their preferences. Barchester is a leading UK healthcare provider, known for delivering person-centered hospitality across its services.

Main duties of the job

The Bank Chef will work with fresh, seasonal food and deliver hotel/restaurant standards without long hours and split shifts. Responsibilities include assisting the Head Chef, managing the kitchen in their absence, working within budget, completing audits, managing stock, and leading a team to create a warm, efficient, and fun environment.

About us

Barchester Healthcare operates over 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. The company is growing, reinvesting, and has several new builds opening. It is the only UK healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for.

Date posted

16 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.76 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1284212854

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare, Horley, RH6 7DJ

Job description

Responsibilities

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with better work-life balance and meaningful work?

As a Bank Chef, you will deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts or long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef, create nutritious menus, and work with residents to tailor menus. We seek warm, motivated, passionate chefs committed to quality.

Barchester is a leading healthcare provider with over 224 sites, committed to growth and excellence. We offer long-term career opportunities for ambitious chefs and are the only UK healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for.

Essential requirements

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in residents’ wellbeing
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• Experience leading and inspiring a team
• Good understanding of nutrition and working with fresh seasonal food
• Knowledge of HACCP principles

What you will do

• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
• Prepare high-quality, wholesome dishes from fresh produce
• Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment
• Work within budget, complete audits, manage stock, and motivate your team

Rewards

• Work-life balance with working days and alternate weekends
• Free learning and development
• Holiday, retail, and leisure discounts
• Opportunity to showcase talent at the Barchester Hospitality Awards
• Access to Refer a Friend scheme

If you are passionate about quality and life, Barchester is the place for you.