Second Chef - Care Home

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 HAMain duties of the jobAs 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

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

EdinburghEH4 8DU
United Kingdom 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…