# Second Chef - Care Home > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/second-chef-care-home/8fe3dfe2-3800-4d99-892e-7220a1ab692c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/second-chef-care-home/8fe3dfe2-3800-4d99-892e-7220a1ab692c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £18.17 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-08T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-10T12:36:08.717Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7471?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1525410374&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? Working as a Second 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. Here at Barchester, 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. 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. NEED TO HA ### Main duties of the job As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without enduring split shifts and long weeks. Assisting the Head Chef, you will create nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus while collaborating with residents to tailor meals to their preferences. Barchester values warm, motivated, and passionate chefs committed to quality. The company emphasizes an open, honest, and supportive environment, prioritizing quality care. Renowned for its high standards, Barchester is recognized as a leading healthcare provider with outstanding ratings and accolades like Best Companies' two-star rating, ranking 11th among the top health and social care companies, and 14th among the best big companies in the UK. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider in the UK healthcare sector, known for its person-centred care delivery across 224 homes and hospitals. Committed to quality, Barchester emphasizes an open and supportive approach in all its services. The organization has received high quality ratings, underscoring its dedication to excellence in care. It boasts a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies and is recognized among the top 20 best health and social care companies, showcasing its focus on employee satisfaction and service standards. With a commitment to quality and a reputation for excellence, Barchester has firmly established itself as a leader in the healthcare industry, dedicated to providing exceptional care services. ### Details - Date posted: 10 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £18.17 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1525410374 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Edinburgh, EH4 8DU, 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? Working as a Second 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. Here at Barchester, 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. 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. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCPNEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK*Terms & conditions apply 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. ## 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; A good understanding of nutrition; Experience of working with fresh seasonal food; The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home; Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus; 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.