Culinary Specialist

Become a Part of Our Team as a Bank Chef

We are looking for a qualified and passionate chef to join our team at Barchester Healthcare. As a Bank Chef, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food, create delicious and nutritious meals for our residents, and have a better work-life balance. Due to the home's location, you must be a driver with access to a car.

As a Bank Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in creating menus, working with residents to tailor menus to their needs, and delivering hotel/restaurant standards without the long hours. You will be part of a team that is proud to deliver person-centered hospitality across all our services. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Chef in creating menus and ensuring high-quality food is delivered to our residents.
• Work with residents to tailor menus to their needs and preferences.
• Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and ensure that all kitchen tasks are completed efficiently.
• Work within budget and manage stock control to ensure that we have enough ingredients to meet the needs of our residents.
• Complete regular audits to ensure that our kitchen is meeting the required standards.
• Manage the team and motivate them to deliver high-quality food and excellent customer service.

Requirements:

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
• A good understanding of nutrition and the ability to create balanced and delicious meals.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food and the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
• A good understanding of HACCP and the ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a leading healthcare provider and be part of a team that is passionate about delivering high-quality care.
• Free learning and development opportunities to help you progress in your career.
• A range of holiday, retail, and leisure discounts.
• The opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
• Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme.

We are looking for a chef who is passionate about delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is looking for a new challenge, please apply today.