Second Chef - Care Home
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The role of Second Chef at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] offers a unique opportunity for a qualified Chef to work in a care home setting, delivering high-quality, fresh, and seasonal meals to residents. This position provides the chance to have a better work-life balance compared to traditional hotel or restaurant settings, while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents.
Job summary
The role of Second Chef at [Employer hidden] offers a unique opportunity for a qualified Chef to work in a care home setting, delivering high-quality, fresh, and seasonal meals to residents. This position provides the chance to have a better work-life balance compared to traditional hotel or restaurant settings, while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents.
Main duties of the job
As a Second Chef at [Employer hidden], you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, tailored to the preferences and dietary needs of the residents. You will work with fresh, seasonal produce to deliver high-quality, wholesome dishes cooked to the highest standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, completing regular audits, and maintaining stock control. The role requires a personable and warm approach, with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of the residents.
About us
[Employer hidden] is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, operating 224 homes and hospitals across the country. The company is known for its commitment to quality care, having received a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies and being ranked among the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to Work for and the top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.
Details
Date posted
18 April 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.39 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number
1490787973
Job locations
[Employer hidden]
Ross-on-Wye
HR9 7BQ
Job description
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.
Job description
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
You will need to hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification, along with a good understanding of nutrition and experience working with fresh, seasonal food. Strong communication skills, the ability to work within a budget, and a commitment to creating a warm and welcoming environment are also essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
You will need to hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification, along with a good understanding of nutrition and experience working with fresh, seasonal food. Strong communication skills, the ability to work within a budget, and a commitment to creating a warm and welcoming environment are also essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
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Address
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Ross-on-Wye
HR9 7BQ
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
[Employer hidden]
Address
[Employer hidden]
Ross-on-Wye
HR9 7BQ
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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Details
Date posted
18 April 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.39 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number
1490787973
Job locations
[Employer hidden]
Ross-on-Wye
HR9 7BQ
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