Seasonal Kitchen Chef: Fresh Food, Balanced Hours, Impact

Barchester Healthcare; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Excellence bonus

Refer a friend scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Free access to medical specialists

Confidential counselling and legal services

Tax code review service

Staff lottery option

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a passionate Cook to work with fresh seasonal food, providing high-quality dishes without the usual split shifts. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in menu development, and ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for residents.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of nutrition and HACCP, combined with experience in creating appetising menus. Join a company dedicated to quality and excellence in care.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food is essential.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment.
• Confidence engaging with residents.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Assist Head Chef in menu development.
• Create high quality dishes using fresh produce.
• Manage stock control and complete regular audits.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Good understanding of nutrition

Creating appetizing menus

Understanding of HACCP

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a passionate Cook to work with fresh seasonal food, providing high-quality dishes without the usual split shifts. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in menu development, and ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for residents.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of nutrition and HACCP, combined with experience in creating appetising menus. Join a company dedicated to quality and excellence in care.