# Chef - Bank > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chef-bank/32c1278e-e1c8-4a41-a61c-a8493806aa4c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chef-bank/32c1278e-e1c8-4a41-a61c-a8493806aa4c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £21.16 an hour - **Contract type:** Bank - **Employment type:** Flexible working - **Closing date:** 2026-09-01T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-03T13:14:46.636Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7200?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1523302976&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, 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. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. ### Main duties of the job Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food and enjoy a better work life balance? As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you'll deliver high-quality meals without the usual long shifts. You'll collaborate with the Head Chef to create nutritious and balanced menus tailored for residents. Your role is crucial in helping deliver person-centric hospitality services. Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider in the UK, with over 260 facilities committed to growth and high standards. We encourage warm, motivated chefs passionate about quality to join us. You'll help manage the kitchen, maintain high culinary standards, ensure stock control, and assist in team motivation. This role offers flexible working and free learning opportunities, with benefits like holiday, retail, and leisure discounts. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, operating over 260 care homes and hospitals nationwide. The organization prides itself on delivering high standards of care and hospitality, always putting the wellbeing and interests of its residents first. Barchester is continually expanding, driven by its commitment to quality and innovation in the healthcare sector. They offer employees a nurturing environment with opportunities for growth and career development. Known for their inclusive culture and commitment to staff welfare, Barchester has been recognized and accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK. The organization is committed to investing in its services and staff, aiming to provide exemplary care that enhances the quality of life for all its residents. ### Details - Date posted: 03 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £21.16 an hour - Contract: Bank - Working pattern: Flexible working - Reference number: 1523302976 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Chichester, PO19 1SG, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, 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. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be 2003 ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents. Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent. Experience in helping lead and inspire a team. A good understanding of nutrition. Experience of working with fresh seasonal food. The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home. Good understanding of HACCP. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.