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Peripatetic Chef

Barchester Healthcare · Barchester HealthcareNHS Jobs

Bristol, BS49 4DWpermanent£18.50Closes 07/07/2026
Locations
  • Bristol, BS49 4DW
Contract
permanent
Salary
£18.50
Posted
08/05/2026
Closes
07/07/2026
NHS reference
5333917

About this role

Job summary

Main duties of the job

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. 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 us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider with a strong reputation for high-quality care. With 224 homes and hospitals across the UK, Barchester prides itself on an open, honest, and supportive approach. Their commitment to quality is evident as they hold the highest quality ratings in the sector. This is a company in growth mode, with plans to open 10 brand new purpose-built homes each year. Recognized by Best Companies with a two-star outstanding rating, Barchester ranks 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. Furthermore, they are the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for.

Job description

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. 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.

Additional requirements

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
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Bristol
BS49 4DW
Employer's website
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Pay scheme
Other

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