Bank Chef

Position: Chef - Bank

Location: Vecta House Care Home, 24 Atkinson Drive, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2LJ

Pay Rate: £17.70 per hour

Hours: Bank / Casual (Flexible working)

Shift Pattern: Days (with alternate weekends)

Employment Type: Bank / Part-Time

About the Role

As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to find a talented and passionate Bank Chef for Vecta House Care Home.

If you are a qualified chef looking to work with fresh, seasonal food while achieving a true work-life balance—without the long hours and split shifts of traditional hospitality—this is the ideal opportunity for you. You will assist the Head Chef in crafting nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus, tailoring dishes directly around the residents to deliver high hotel and restaurant standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing wholesome dishes using fresh, seasonal produce to the highest culinary standards.
Helping manage the kitchen efficiently in the Head Chef’s absence.
Collaborating with residents to tailor menus around their preferences and nutritional needs.
Managing stock control, working within budgets, and completing regular audits.
Assisting in leading, inspiring, and motivating the kitchen team.

About You

To join Barchester as a Bank Chef, you will need:

A personable, warm approach with a genuine interest in resident wellbeing.
City & Guilds, NVQ/SVQ, or equivalent culinary qualifications.
Demonstrated experience working with fresh, seasonal food and a good understanding of nutrition.
A solid understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations.
Experience in helping lead and inspire a kitchen team.

Rewards & Benefits Package

Enjoy a competitive hourly rate alongside exceptional perks and career benefits:

A healthy work-life balance with day shifts and alternate weekends.
Free continuous learning and professional development.
A wide range of holiday, retail, and leisure discounts.
The unique opportunity to showcase your culinary talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
Unlimited access to the 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.