Regional Bank Chef

4 weeks ago

Harrow, United Kingdom Avery Healthcare Full time

Join the Avery bank chef team – submit your interest

*flexible working * highly competitive rates of pay * daytime shifts only *modern, well equipped kitchens *choose your shifts

As part of the Avery bank chef team, we will let you know when a shift is available in your area so you can work when you choose and maintain a great work-life balance. 

When you choose to work an available shift you will work with our permanent team, providing a comprehensive, high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall well-being of the residents.  Our aim is to offer a variety of food which is nutritious seasonal, thoughtful and nourishing. Good quality food with inspirational cuisine can be both a treat and healthy, so no residents will have to feel guilty or left out when enjoying our food offering.

To be considered for the Bank Chef list, it is essential that you have demonstrative culinary experience, preferably in a hospitality environment, accompanied by a relevant catering qualification and, as a minimum, the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. 

A typical bank chef shift could include:

  • Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff, providing instruction and demonstration to unqualified staff on simple food preparation activity.
  • Understand the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
  • Monitor and report the temperatures of refrigerators and freezers to ensure food is stored safely.
  • Prepare and oversee the cleaning rota, to ensure the regular cleaning of all kitchen areas, equipment and appliances to meet the high standards of cleanliness necessary in food storage, preparation and service areas.
  • Prepare and cook all daily meals for residents and staff and provides catering for special occasions.
  • Understand personal responsibilities in relation to the Health & Safety at Work Acts and fire safety and evacuation procedures and demonstrates a working knowledge of COSHH assessments applicable in own work area.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with all residents, family, visitors and colleagues.


Avery Chef Academy – build your career

We have partnered with leading training and apprenticeship provider, Hospitality Industry Training (HIT), offering our new recruits the opportunity to join our Chef Academy and enrol via an apprenticeship route to our culinary teams.

To carve out a successful career as a Sous chef at Avery, you will benefit from having both experience in the culinary sector and industry-recognised qualifications. An apprenticeship provides invaluable real-world experience, and the skills and knowledge you need to climb the career ladder, opening a wealth of career opportunities and pathways.

Join the Avery chef teams and the Avery Chef Academy at the same time.

  • Chef de Partie Level 3 Apprenticeship

As an Avery Chef de Partie Apprentice, you will run a section of your care home kitchen, for example, sauces, pastries, or fish. Typically, you will manage a small team of workers, ensuring dishes go out on time and the work area remains clean.

  • Senior Chef Apprenticeship in Production Cooking

As a Senior Chef Apprentice in Production Cooking, you will manage a team to produce standardised dishes and menus within your care home kitchen. You will be accountable for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including producing, monitoring, and maintaining consistent food standards.

These apprenticeships will allow you to hone your skills, increase your knowledge and take on additional responsibilities; all whilst working in your Avery care home. Enrolling with our Chef Academy will give you real-world experience, as you learn from experts first-hand in a working kitchen environment.

Our Sous Chefs are the Head Chefs of tomorrow, and these advanced learning courses offer everything our chefs require to gain skills, confidence, and growth. We encourage you to take up this great opportunity.  Apply for our role today and ask for more information about the Avery Chef Academy.

Our ambition is simple. Together, by demonstrating our caring natures, supporting each other and being proud of what we do, we aim to create smiles every day.

Our structure at Avery Healthcare is unique to other care settings.  There is no big hierarchy or difficulties in speaking to management.  You will find the Avery business leaders in the homes at the forefront of care, and fully accessible at all times, including the Culinary and Hospitality regional teams who are often in the kitchens working with you to try out new ideas and support where they are needed. We truly are proud of who we are, and we act as #OneFamily.  If you’d like a career in care and would like to be an important part of our #OneFamily, apply today.

This Post will Require

Enhanced DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.



  • Regional Bank Chef

    2 months ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Avery Healthcare Full time

    About The Role Join the Avery bank chef team – submit your interest *flexible working * highly competitive rates of pay  * daytime shifts only *modern, well equipped kitchens *choose your shifts As part of the Avery bank chef team, we will let you know when a shift is available in your area so you can work when you choose and maintain a great...

  • Bank Chef

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Appcastenterprise Full time

    We are looking for an outstanding Bank Chef who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work bank shifts at Cygnet Hospital Harrow. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of...

  • Bank Chef

    2 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Appcastenterprise Full time

    We are looking for an outstanding Bank Chef who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts at Cygnet Hospital Harrow.You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.With us, you'll...

  • Bank Chef

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Appcastenterprise Full time

    We are looking for an outstanding **Bank Chef **who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. **You’ll be working ad hoc shifts (Up to 11.5 hour shifts)at Cygnet Hospital Harrow** - creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. **Cygnet Hospital Harrow**provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental...

  • Chef

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Kaya Daily Alerts - MHA Full time

    Chef-MHAJob details Job reference REQ017081 Date posted 21/09/2022 Application closing date 23/10/2022 Location Harrow Salary £13.52 per hour Package Pension, 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), Life Assurance, Discount Scheme, free uniform and DBS provided Contractual hours 30 Basis Part time Job category/type Catering Chef based at...

  • MHA Needs to Fill the Position of Chef FAST

    1 month ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom MHA Full time

    Chef-MHAJob details Job reference REQ017081 Date posted 21/09/2022 Application closing date 23/10/2022 Location Harrow Salary £13.52 per hour Package Pension, 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), Life Assurance, Discount Scheme, free uniform and DBS provided Contractual hours 30 Basis Part time Job category/type Catering Chef based at...

  • Apply today for Chef on Kaya Daily Alerts

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom MHA Full time

    Chef-MHAJob details Job reference REQ017081 Date posted 21/09/2022 Application closing date 23/10/2022 Location Harrow Salary £13.52 per hour Package Pension, 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), Life Assurance, Discount Scheme, free uniform and DBS provided Contractual hours 30 Basis Part time Job category/type Catering Chef based at David's House,...

  • Senior Regional Administrator

    3 weeks ago

    Harrow Weald, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full time

    Barchesters operational finance team have a new opportunity for a Senior Regional Administrator to join us on a permanent basis. In this vital role, you will provide support and guidance to care home and hospital Administrators and Managers, as well as other support services in the business. You will ensure services are compliant with financial and...

  • Senior Regional Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow Weald, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full time

    Barchester’s operational finance team have a new opportunity for a Senior Regional Administrator to join us on a permanent basis. In this vital role, you will provide support and guidance to care home and hospital Administrators and Managers, as well as other support services in the business. You will ensure services are compliant with financial and...

  • Senior Regional Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Harrow Weald, Greater London, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full time

    Barchesters operational finance team have a new opportunity for a Senior Regional Administrator to join us on a permanent basis. In this vital role, you will provide support and guidance to care home and hospital Administrators and Managers, as well as other support services in the business. You will ensure services are compliant with financial and...

  • Clinical Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Closing date05/05/2024 - HoursPart time - Role TypeBank (Seasonal) - Location(s)- Clementine Churchill Hospital - Harrow**Overview**: **Clinical Specialist - Hand Therapy** **The Clementine Churchill Hospital** **Bank Shifts** **Salary: Up to £30.00 hour** **The Clementine Churchill Hospital** in Harrow** Is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading...

  • General Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Culinera Full time

    **General Assistant**: **Lady Bankes School, Ruislip**: **Contract**:Permanent** **Salary**:£10.42 per hour****: We have a brilliant opportunity to work within a school environment; term time only and school friendly hours (9am - 2.30pm) that suit a family lifestyle well. Working with a brilliant team at Lady Bankes Prmary School, you will join...

  • General Assistant 10.30am

    3 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Culinera Full time

    **General Assistant 10.30am - 2.30pm**: **Lady Bankes School, Ruislip**: **Contract**:Permanent** **Salary**:£10.42 per hour****: We have a brilliant opportunity to work within a school environment; term time only and school friendly hours that suit a family lifestyle well. Working with a brilliant team at Lady Bankes Primary School, you will join...

  • Assistant Cook

    1 week ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Harrison Catering Services Full time

    **Assistant Cook - Term Time** 25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday Harrison Catering Services are an independent, family-owned company, which has achieved consistent growth year after year by keeping the core values upon which it was founded - family, respect, honesty, pride and exceptional performance, together known as the Harrison Five Fundamentals - at...

  • Nursery Room Leader-deputy

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Bright Little Stars Full time

    *Are you passionate about progressing in the Early Years industry?* *Do you want to work for an organisation that supports you daily?* *At Bright Little Stars we are dedicated to putting our Staff first!* We have an exciting opportunity to become our *ASSISTANT ROOM LEADER in our 16 place Baby Room with its own bespoke baby sensory room and its own...

  • Clinical Nurse Advisor

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Superdrug Full time

    Job Title: Clinical Nurse AdvisorLocation: HarrowHours: 39 hours per week across 5 days with alternate Saturday’s (part-time hours are considered)Salary: Up to £39, per annum (Based on a full time equivalent and is dependant on experience)Nurse Clinics at SuperdrugWith Nurse Clinics located in over 80 of our stores, we offer a variety of healthcare...

  • Window Cleaner

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Nationwide Specialist Services Full time

    **Retail Window Cleaner at NSS Group (Cleaning)** **Day work 5am - 1pm, 40 hours (Monday to Friday)** **£12.00 per hour £13.25 Overtime** **(No experience necessary, full training will be provided)** **Your job will include**: - To travel to various building locations within your region to deliver low-level window cleaning services using a reach and...

  • Trainee Sales Executives

    1 month ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Uxbridge Employment Agency Full time

    Fantastic opportunity for candidates who are looking to kick start their career within sales!  A global business who works within the IT sector are keen to meet with driven and passionate individuals looking for their first/second sales role. You will be given full training on how to become a successful Sales Executive as well as full product training in...

  • Trainee Sales Executives

    4 weeks ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom Uxbridge Employment Agency Full time

    Fantastic opportunity for candidates who are looking to kick start their career within sales!  A global business who works within the IT sector are keen to meet with driven and passionate individuals looking for their first/second sales role. You will be given full training on how to become a successful Sales Executive as well as full product training in...

  • Delivery and Collections Driver

    1 week ago

    Harrow, United Kingdom AJM Healthcare Full time

    **AJM Healthcare** **Role: Collections and Delivery Driver** **Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with accrual to 28 days after 5 years continuous service, Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light Card, Pension Scheme, Company sick pay provision with continuous service.** AJM Healthcare is a leading provider of wheelchair & community...