Bank Chef – Healthcare Kitchen

About the role

We are looking for a qualified chef to join our Newport care home kitchen on a casual, part‑time basis. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver nutritious, seasonal meals for our residents while enjoying a balanced work‑life schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in creating balanced, flavourful menus tailored to residents' needs.
• Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth operations.
• Prepare fresh, high‑quality dishes using seasonal produce.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming environment for residents and staff.
• Work within budget, conduct regular audits, and control stock levels.
• Lead, motivate, and support the kitchen team.

Required profile

• Personable, warm approach with genuine interest in residents' wellbeing.
• City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ (or equivalent) culinary qualification.
• Experience in leading and inspiring a kitchen team.
• Good understanding of nutrition and fresh seasonal food.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP standards.

Required skills

• HACCP compliance
• Stock control
• Budget management
• Menu planning

What we offer

• Work‑life balance with alternate weekends.
• Free learning and development opportunities.
• Holiday, retail and leisure discounts.
• Chance to showcase talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus scheme.