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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 to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region including locations from Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin and Spalding. 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
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Peripatetic Chef to support our care homes in the region including Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin, and Spalding. This is a great opportunity to support several teams and homes in delivering high-quality fresh food. We pride ourselves on having the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals. Joining Barchester, you will be part of an organization that values an open, honest, and supportive approach. It is an exciting time as we plan to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes per year. Barchester was ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies and is the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. Our peripatetic chefs must have a personable approach, a good understanding of nutrition, and experience with fresh seasonal food. Necessary qualifications include NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent, with up-to-date food hygiene skills.
About us
Barchester Healthcare operates as a leading UK care provider with a reputation for high-quality care across its 224 care homes and hospitals. With an ambitious initiative to launch 10 new purpose-built homes each year, it represents a growing organization with a focused vision on supporting life and making a difference. Barchesters approach is characterized by open, honest, and supportive collaboration, placing the quality of care at its core. Recognized with a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, Barchester ranks 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies in the UK. Additionally, it stands as the only UK healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for, reflecting its commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. Prospective employees can expect competitive pay, work-life balance, and a chance to showcase their culinary talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
Details
- Date posted: 23 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £19 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1529590222
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Peterborough, PE4 7ZF, 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 to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region including locations from Peterborough, Cambridge, Luton, Hitchin and Spalding.
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
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalent, up to date food hygiene certification
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This advert is for Peripatetic Chef with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £19 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 21 Sep 2026.
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