Part-Time Bank Chef: Fresh Seasonal Menus, Resident-Centric

Barchester Healthcare Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development

Discounts on leisure and retail

Refer a Friend bonus

Annual awards

Work-life balance with alternate wknds

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to join our team. You will support the Head Chef, prepare fresh seasonal dishes, and tailor menus around residents’ preferences while maintaining high standards of nutrition and safety.

The role offers flexible part-time hours with a focus on work-life balance and the opportunity to contribute to a person-centred hospitality approach across our homes.

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach with residents’ wellbeing in mind.
• Certification such as City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Experience leading and inspiring a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Prepare high-quality, nutritious dishes from fresh produce.
• Create a warm, efficient, and welcoming kitchen environment.
• Work within budget and manage stock.
• Complete regular audits and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Personable approach

Team leadership

Nutrition knowledge

Fresh seasonal food

Warm environment

HACCP understanding

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to join our team. You will support the Head Chef, prepare fresh seasonal dishes, and tailor menus around residents’ preferences while maintaining high standards of nutrition and safety.

The role offers flexible part-time hours with a focus on work-life balance and the opportunity to contribute to a person-centred hospitality approach across our homes.