Overview
Temporary position as a Second Chef at a care home operated by Barchester Healthcare. Assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus for residents, delivering hotel/restaurant standards with regular hours and weekends off.
Job responsibilities
* Work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes.
* Assist the Head Chef in menu development and manage the kitchen in their absence.
* Lead and motivate a team, work within budget, and complete regular audits.
* Provide person-centered hospitality and maintain a warm, welcoming environment in the home.
* Manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence and supervise stock control.
* Ensure HACCP is understood and applied.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification.
* Experience in helping lead and inspire a team.
* Good understanding of nutrition and experience with fresh seasonal food.
* Personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in residents’ wellbeing.
* Ability to create a warm environment within the home.
* Strong HACCP knowledge.
Rewards and benefits
* Work-life balance with alternate weekends.
* Opportunities for learning and development.
* Discounts on holidays, retail, and leisure.
* Chance to showcase talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
* Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
Additional details
* Location: Barchester Healthcare, Wadhurst, TN5 6RY.
* Pay: £15.68 per hour.
* Contract: Bank (flexible working).
* Date posted: 02 September 2025.
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and may require a Disclosure to be checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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