Second Chef - Bank - Care Home
The closing date is 07 October 2025
Job summary
The job is for a Second Chef position at Barchester Healthcare, a leading healthcare provider in the UK with over 224 homes and hospitals. The role offers a work-life balance with day shifts and alternate weekends, the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal food, and the chance to be part of a company that is driven by quality and celebrates life.
Main duties of the job
As a Second Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavorsome, and well-balanced menus while working closely with residents to tailor the menus to their preferences. You will manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, help create a warm and efficient environment, and work within budget. The role requires experience in helping lead and inspire a team, a good understanding of nutrition, and the ability to work with fresh seasonal food to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is consistently reinvesting and growing, with several new build homes set 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
08 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£19.51 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1359183344
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Wimborne
BH21 2DJ
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Wimborne
BH21 2DJ