Chef - Bank

The Retail Appointment Live; Horsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Bank Chef, where you can work with fresh seasonal food and enjoy a better work-life balance. You'll assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious menus and ensure high standards in a warm, welcoming environment. This role offers opportunities for career growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Free learning and development opportunities

Holiday, retail, and leisure discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and inspiring a team.
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Manage stock control.

Skills

Personable approach

Team leadership

Understanding of nutrition

Ability to create a welcoming environment

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

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

Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavorful, and well-balanced menus while working with residents to tailor menus to their needs. We pride ourselves on delivering person-centred hospitality across all our services and seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.

About Barchester

Barchester is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals nationwide. We are continuously reinvesting and expanding, with several new facilities opening soon. Barchester offers long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs committed to high standards.

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

Minimum Requirements

• A personable and warm approach with genuine interest in residents' wellbeing
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• Experience in leading and inspiring a team
• Good understanding of nutrition
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment
• Good understanding of HACCP

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes
• Create a warm, efficient, and enjoyable environment
• Work within budget constraints
• Complete regular audits
• Manage stock control
• Support in leading and motivating the team

Rewards and Benefits

• Work-life balance with working days and alternate weekends off
• 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

Join Us

If you are a passionate chef eager to be part of a quality-driven company that celebrates life, Barchester is the place for you.