Chef - Bank

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 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and 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

This role is for a qualified chef interested in working with fresh seasonal food and seeking a work-life balance. As a Bank Chef at Barchester, you can deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long weeks. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus and working with residents to tailor these menus to their preferences. The company looks for warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who are driven by quality, offering flexible part-time work. The position offers a chance to work in an environment focused on person-centred hospitality, making the role impactful and meaningful. Barchester is a leading healthcare provider with over 224 facilities across the UK and is expanding further. This provides opportunities for long-term career growth for chefs who maintain high standards in their work. Barchester is the only UK healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for, offering learning, development, and various rewards.

About us

The organisation in focus is Barchester Healthcare, one of the United Kingdom's leading healthcare providers. With over 224 care homes and hospitals across the UK, Barchester Healthcare has established itself as a prominent name in the healthcare sector. Known for its commitment to delivering high-quality care, the company focuses on person-centred services, which underline its operations. Barchester places a significant emphasis on investing and growing its infrastructure, with plans to open several new homes in the near future. This consistent expansion highlights the organisation's strong commitment to improving facilities and increasing its capacity to provide excellent healthcare services. Besides, Barchester Healthcare is recognised as a top employer, boasting a range of offerings for employees, including career growth opportunities, learning and development programs, and various flexible work arrangements. Notably, it is the only healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for, emphasising its dedication to employee satisfaction and organisational excellence.

Details

• Date posted: 17 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £16.84 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1517758074
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Birmingham, B15 2NX, 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 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and 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