Regional Care Home Chef—Flexible Days & Autonomy

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef for a Regional Bank Chef role. You'll work flexible hours in various locations, creating nutritious menus while maintaining high standards of quality. Candidates should possess relevant culinary qualifications and a warm, engaging personality. This position offers great benefits including a work-life balance and many opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Work life balance - working days only

Flexible hours and shifts

Free learning and development

Option to join monthly staff lottery

Unlimited access to Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition.
• Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH.
• Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus.
• Deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts.
• Take ownership of the kitchen and develop the team.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Confidence engaging with residents

Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH

Ability to create a welcoming environment

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef for a Regional Bank Chef role. You'll work flexible hours in various locations, creating nutritious menus while maintaining high standards of quality. Candidates should possess relevant culinary qualifications and a warm, engaging personality. This position offers great benefits including a work-life balance and many opportunities for career advancement.