Chef - Bank
The closing date is 29 August 2025
Job summary
This is an opportunity for a qualified chef to work in a healthcare setting with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and nutritious food. The role involves working alongside the Head Chef to create menus and deliver high-quality meals to residents, while also managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. The successful candidate will have a warm, personable approach and a passion for delivering excellent hospitality.
Main duties of the job
The Chef - Bank role at Barchester Healthcare involves working as part of the catering team to prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals to residents. You will assist the Head Chef in menu creation, using fresh seasonal produce to deliver flavoursome and well-balanced dishes. The role also requires managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, including stock control, budgeting, and leading the team. You will need to have a good understanding of nutrition and HACCP, as well as experience working with fresh seasonal food and leading a team.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. They are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several new build homes due to open and join the Barchester family. Barchester is also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.
Details
Date posted
30 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.24 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1334831518
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Uckfield
TN22 3FH
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Uckfield
TN22 3FH