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Job summary
Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef (Bank) to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family. We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited
Main duties of the job
The Peripatetic Chef (Bank) role at Barchester Healthcare offers a unique opportunity for chefs seeking a balance between work and personal life while contributing to high-quality care. Chefs will support multiple teams and care homes, focusing on delivering fresh, quality meals. Barchester prides itself on an open, supportive work environment, with a strong commitment to quality care reflected in its homes and hospitals across the UK. The company has an ambitious growth plan, aiming to open new, purpose-built homes annually. It stands out as the only healthcare provider in the UK rated as one of the best companies to work for, with high rankings in multiple best company categories.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services across the UK. They emphasize an open, supportive work environment where quality care is a priority. With 224 homes and hospitals, Barchester is recognized for its excellence, holding the highest quality ratings. The organization is in a phase of growth, planning to open ten new purpose-built homes each year. Barchester has achieved a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies and is ranked 11th among the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th among the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Notably, it is the only healthcare provider in the UK accredited as one of the best companies to work for.
Details
- Date posted: 11 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1511390588
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Winchester, SO22 6NT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef (Bank) to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food.Here at the Barchester family, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. It is an exciting time to join the Barchester family . We have an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. Barchester are also very proud to be the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.
ABOUT YOU A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent Up to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents Strong kitchen management skills
REWARDS PACKAGE
Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Competitive rate of pay + travel costs 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 centres on celebrating life and making a difference, Barchester is the place to be. Please follow the link to apply and for further information please contact Tara Connor on tara.connor@barchester.com
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents, a good understanding of nutrition, experience of working with fresh seasonal food, NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent, up-to-date food hygiene, ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home, confidence engaging with residents, strong kitchen management skills
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This advert is for Peripatetic Chef- Bank with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is Depends on experience. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 10 Aug 2026.
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