Head Chef

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500

• for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide Your Experience and Qualifications A personable and warm approach with a, Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be!, Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required
• Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards
• Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch
• Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas
• Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control
• Create a warm, efficient and fun environment
• Ongoing recruitment and retention
• Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house
As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today!

genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition, This role is for a passionate and qualified Chef who is seeking a better work-life balance. The position is with Barchester, a company driven by quality and high standards. It includes benefits such as working alternate weekends across 4/5 days a week, financial bonuses for 'Rewarding Excellence', and the opportunity to earn through a 'Refer a Friend' scheme. The role offers continuous learning and development opportunities through the Barchester Chef Academy. The ideal candidate should be personable, have a genuine interest in residents' wellbeing, hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualifications, and possess experience in leading and inspiring teams. Experience with fresh seasonal food and a good understanding of nutrition are required. Working at Barchester means delivering high standards of hotel/restaurant quality without split shifts and long hours, with full autonomy in creating nutritious menus and managing the kitchen team.,
• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent
• Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus
• Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard
• Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH
• Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques), Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent; experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team; experience of working with fresh seasonal food; good understanding of HACCP and COSHH; experience working with a front of house team; knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework.
  
  Barchester Healthcare is a renowned name in the care home sector, known for maintaining high standards and providing exceptional services to its residents across the UK. Barchester's focus is on creating a welcoming and caring environment for its residents and employees alike. The organisation offers a range of career opportunities, particularly in the healthcare and ancillary services. With a commitment to development and excellence, Barchester provides its employees with numerous opportunities for professional growth through its Chef Academy and internal Learning and Development team. Barchester values its employees contribution towards delivering person-centered care and hospitality, thus ensuring both the mental and physical health of those residing in their care homes.
  
  Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week
• Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection
• Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500 per referral
• Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies
• Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it
• Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services
• Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax
• Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide