This role as a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare offers the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food, have a better work-life balance, and make a meaningful impact. The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavorsome, and well-balanced menus while working closely with residents to cater to their preferences. Barchester is a sector-leading healthcare provider known for its high-quality ratings and commitment to person-centered hospitality.Main duties of the jobAs a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the chance to deliver hotel / restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. Barchester is proud to deliver person-centred hospitality across all their services and they are looking for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.About usBarchester Healthcare is a sector-leading healthcare provider in the UK, operating 224 homes and hospitals across the country. They are known for their high-quality ratings, two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, and ranking among the top companies to work for in the health and social care sector.Job responsibilitiesAs a Second Chef at Barchester, you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. You will manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, assist in menu development, and work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest standards. You will also create a warm, efficient, and fun environment while managing stock control and completing regular audits.Minimum RequirementsPersonable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residentsHold City & Guilds / NVQ / SVQ or equivalentGood understanding of nutritionExperience of working with fresh seasonal foodConfidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menusGood understanding of HACCPRewards PackageRewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspectionUnlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referralAccess to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarketsFree access to medical specialists for second opinionsConfidential and free access to counselling and legal servicesTax code review serviceOption to join our monthly staff lotteryIf you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who loves to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be.
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