Seasonal Chef – Flexible Hours, Balanced Life

Barchester Healthcare; Winchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development opportunities

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Annual Hospitality Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a qualified chef for a casual, part-time Bank Chef role. You will support the Head Chef, use fresh seasonal ingredients and craft nutritious meals tailored to residents. Join a company committed to quality hospitality and a warm, person-centered environment.

We offer flexible working, opportunities for development, and a focus on work-life balance within a leading UK healthcare provider with a strong reputation.

Qualifications

• Personable and warm approach with wellbeing of residents.
• Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Experience leading and inspiring a team.
• Good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience working with fresh seasonal food.
• Knowledge of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality, wholesome dishes.
• Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment.
• Work within budget.
• Complete regular audits.
• Manage stock control.
• Assist in leading and motivating a team.

Skills

Personable & warm

Team leadership experience

Nutrition understanding

Fresh seasonal food

HACCP knowledge

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a qualified chef for a casual, part-time Bank Chef role. You will support the Head Chef, use fresh seasonal ingredients and craft nutritious meals tailored to residents. Join a company committed to quality hospitality and a warm, person-centered environment.

We offer flexible working, opportunities for development, and a focus on work-life balance within a leading UK healthcare provider with a strong reputation.