Executive Chef Position

We are seeking a qualified and passionate chef to join our team as a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for working with fresh seasonal food and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. If you are a motivated and organized individual who is driven by quality and excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Assist Head Chef in menu development.
• Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest standards.
• Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment.
• Work within budget.
• Complete regular audits.
• Manage stock control.

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• A good understanding of nutrition.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
• Confidence engaging with residents to create appetizing and nutritious menus.
• Good understanding of HACCP.

• Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection.
• Unlimited access to our generous refer-a-friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral.
• Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets.
• Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence.
• Confidential and free access to counseling and legal services.
• Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax.

£32,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)