Second Chef - Bank - Care Home
The closing date is 01 May 2026
Job summary
This is a temporary Second Chef role at Barchester Healthcare, a leading healthcare provider with over 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus while working with residents to tailor the menus around their preferences. Barchester is committed to delivering person-centred hospitality and is looking for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.
Main duties of the job
As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal food and enjoy a better work-life balance compared to the typical hotel or restaurant environment. You will assist the Head Chef in menu development, work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes, and help create a warm, efficient, and fun environment in the kitchen. You will also be responsible for managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, working within budget, completing regular audits, and managing stock control. Barchester is the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for, offering long-term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs.
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 more new build homes due to open and join the Barchester family. Barchester is committed to delivering person-centred hospitality and is looking for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.
Details
Date posted
02 March 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£16.55 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1468771171
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Ashford
TN24 0LX
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Ashford
TN24 0LX