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Peripatetic Chef
Barchester Healthcare
Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON
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Role description
Job summary
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.
Main duties of the job
A qualified Chef is sought for the role of Peripatetic Chef at Barchester Healthcare, based in Darlington. The role provides an opportunity for a better work-life balance and involves supporting care homes in delivering high-quality fresh food. Barchester prides itself on its open and supportive approach, emphasizing quality care. The organization operates 224 homes and hospitals across the UK, having received top quality ratings. Driven by an ambitious new builds programme, Barchester aims to open ten new purpose-built homes annually. The organization holds a two-star outstanding rating and is ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies. Perks of the role include a competitive rate of pay, travel costs, and a work-life balance with working days and alternate weekends.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, dedicated to delivering quality care with an honest and supportive approach. Operating 224 homes and hospitals across the country, Barchester has earned the highest quality ratings, reflecting its commitment to care. The organization is in an exciting phase with an ambitious new builds programme, aiming to open ten new purpose-built homes each year. Recognized as one of the best companies to work for, Barchester holds a two-star outstanding rating from Best Companies and is ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies in the UK. The organization also values its staff and offers them opportunities to showcase their talents and enjoy perks like competitive pay, travel costs, and a balanced work schedule.
Details
Date posted
20 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£20 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1539818511
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Darlington
DL1 1JF
United Kingdom
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