Chef: Fresh Seasonal Cuisine with Team Leadership

Barchester Healthcare; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to deliver high-quality, fresh seasonal dishes while creating a welcoming environment for residents. The role offers a work-life balance, free learning opportunities, and a chance to showcase your culinary talents. Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ qualification, team leadership experience, and a genuine interest in resident wellbeing. Join us at Barchester and be part of a supportive team that values quality.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Free learning and development

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Opportunity to showcase talent

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
• Good understanding of nutrition and HACCP.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.

Responsibilities

• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Work fresh produce to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Complete regular audits and manage stock control.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Interest in resident wellbeing

Team leadership experience

Understanding of nutrition

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Good understanding of HACCP

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to deliver high-quality, fresh seasonal dishes while creating a welcoming environment for residents. The role offers a work-life balance, free learning opportunities, and a chance to showcase your culinary talents. Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ qualification, team leadership experience, and a genuine interest in resident wellbeing. Join us at Barchester and be part of a supportive team that values quality.