Bank Chef

Position: Bank Chef

Location: Bluebell Park Care Home, Royal Glen Park, Derby, DE73 5XE (Covering multiple homes in the local area)

Pay Rate: £16.30 per hour

Contract Type: Bank / Zero-Hours (Flexible to cover annual leave, sickness, and rota gaps)

Shift Pattern: Days (with alternate weekends)

About the Role

As a Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to find dedicated, talented culinary professionals.

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh, seasonal food while enjoying a better work-life balance? Barchester Healthcare is seeking a warm, motivated Bank Chef to deliver hotel and restaurant-standard dining without the exhausting split shifts and long hours. In this role, you will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, working closely with residents to tailor meals to their personal preferences.

Barchester is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers—and the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for. With over 260 homes and hospitals, they offer genuine long-term career growth and stability for ambitious chefs who take pride in the highest standards of hospitality.

Key Responsibilities ("Need to Do")

Help manage and lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
Prepare fresh, wholesome dishes using seasonal produce to the highest quality standards.
Help create a warm, efficient, and fun dining environment for residents.
Work within budget constraints and complete regular kitchen audits.
Manage stock control effectively.
Assist in leading, inspiring, and motivating the catering team.

Requirements ("Need to Have")

A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in resident wellbeing.
Relevant culinary qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, SVQ, or equivalent).
Experience in helping lead and inspire a kitchen team.
A strong understanding of nutrition and HACCP guidelines.
Proven experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
The ability to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Rewards & Benefits Package

Excellent Work-Life Balance: Day shifts with alternate weekends.
Competitive Pay: £16.30 per hour.
Professional Growth: Free learning and development opportunities.
Perks & Discounts: A wide range of holiday, retail, and leisure discounts.
Recognition: Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
Bonus Scheme: Unlimited access to the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme.