Regional Care Home Chef — Flexible Days & Menu Innovation

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Regional Bank Chef to support care homes in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. This role offers a better work-life balance, with working days only, flexible hours, and the opportunity to create high-quality menus. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with fresh food. Barchester offers career growth and a chance to celebrate culinary talent within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Work life balance - working days only

Flexible hours and shifts

Free learning and development

Annual Barchester Hospitality Awards

Refer a Friend scheme, earning up to £500

Qualifications

• Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
• Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
• Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus.
• Ensure a warm and welcoming environment for residents.
• Engage with residents as part of the hospitality experience.

Skills

Personable and warm approach

Experience with fresh seasonal food

Good understanding of nutrition

Confidence engaging with residents

Experience with front of house operations

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent

Tools

HACCP

COSHH

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Regional Bank Chef to support care homes in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. This role offers a better work-life balance, with working days only, flexible hours, and the opportunity to create high-quality menus. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with fresh food. Barchester offers career growth and a chance to celebrate culinary talent within a supportive team environment.