Barchester Healthcare
Peripatetic Chef
18 days ago
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
£44,720 / year
Location:
Reading, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
8 October 2026
What they need
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 [email protected]
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