Part-Time Chef: Fresh Menus & Work-Life Balance

Barchester Healthcare; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work life balance

Learning and development

Discounts

Hospitality Awards

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Barchester is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to join our care homes, delivering fresh, seasonal menus with balance and nutrition in mind. This casual, part-time role offers flexible hours, work-life balance and the chance to contribute to high standards without long shifts.

You will support the Head Chef and help create nutritious, flavoursome dishes tailored for residents. In this role you will manage stock, budgets and audits, lead a warm kitchen team, and foster a welcoming, resident-focused

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and inspire a team
• Understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements
• Experience with fresh seasonal produce
• Ability to create a welcoming, resident-focused kitchen
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices

Responsibilities

• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality dishes
• Lead and motivate a kitchen team
• Work within budget
• Complete regular audits
• Manage stock control
• Assist in guiding and developing staff

Skills

Team leadership

Nutrition understanding

Fresh seasonal food

Warm environment

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Job description

Barchester is seeking a passionate Bank Chef to join our care homes, delivering fresh, seasonal menus with balance and nutrition in mind. This casual, part-time role offers flexible hours, work-life balance and the chance to contribute to high standards without long shifts.

You will support the Head Chef and help create nutritious, flavoursome dishes tailored for residents. In this role you will manage stock, budgets and audits, lead a warm kitchen team, and foster a welcoming, resident-focused