Peripatetic Chef Catering - Glasgow Contract: Full Time Salary: £15.50 Per Hour Shift type: Days Contracted hours: Care Concern Group is a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 80 care homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in. Are you a culinary wizard with a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy the challenge of managing multiple kitchens? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! About the Role As our Peripatetic Chef, you'll be the driving force behind the culinary excellence in the Glasgow Region, covering a number of care homes. This role is perfect for someone who loves variety and is eager to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing high-quality meals that delight and nourish. What You'll Do Create Culinary Magic: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious. Menu Maestro: Collaborate with Home Managers & Head Chefs to design and cost menus that balance taste and health, using the freshest ingredients available. Lead with Flair: Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring they are skilled in equipment use and hygiene best practices. Train and Inspire: Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for care staff, ensuring everyone is up to speed on food safety. Stay Sharp: Keep your professional skills and knowledge up to date with the latest in food preparation and safety. Master the Details: Maintain accurate records, manage stock rotations, and oversee ordering and delivery processes. Team Building: Prepare staff rotas, participate in interviews, and help build a strong kitchen team. Ensure Excellence: Uphold Health & Safety standards and ensure that kitchens and dining areas are impeccably clean and organized. What We're Looking For: Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 " 1 & 2 or an equivalent qualification (achieved or in progress). Skills: Excellent team player with strong communication skills and a knack for working independently. Experience: Prior management or supervisory experience, food preparation for service user groups, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents through exceptional food. Bonus Points: Experience in a care environment is a plus but not a requirement. Enjoy the excitement of working in different locations and creating unique dining experiences. If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise to a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you! Pension Onsite Parking Paid PVG Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
Sep 07, 2025
Full time
Peripatetic Chef Catering - Glasgow Contract: Full Time Salary: £15.50 Per Hour Shift type: Days Contracted hours: Care Concern Group is a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 80 care homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in. Are you a culinary wizard with a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy the challenge of managing multiple kitchens? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! About the Role As our Peripatetic Chef, you'll be the driving force behind the culinary excellence in the Glasgow Region, covering a number of care homes. This role is perfect for someone who loves variety and is eager to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing high-quality meals that delight and nourish. What You'll Do Create Culinary Magic: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious. Menu Maestro: Collaborate with Home Managers & Head Chefs to design and cost menus that balance taste and health, using the freshest ingredients available. Lead with Flair: Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring they are skilled in equipment use and hygiene best practices. Train and Inspire: Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for care staff, ensuring everyone is up to speed on food safety. Stay Sharp: Keep your professional skills and knowledge up to date with the latest in food preparation and safety. Master the Details: Maintain accurate records, manage stock rotations, and oversee ordering and delivery processes. Team Building: Prepare staff rotas, participate in interviews, and help build a strong kitchen team. Ensure Excellence: Uphold Health & Safety standards and ensure that kitchens and dining areas are impeccably clean and organized. What We're Looking For: Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 " 1 & 2 or an equivalent qualification (achieved or in progress). Skills: Excellent team player with strong communication skills and a knack for working independently. Experience: Prior management or supervisory experience, food preparation for service user groups, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents through exceptional food. Bonus Points: Experience in a care environment is a plus but not a requirement. Enjoy the excitement of working in different locations and creating unique dining experiences. If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise to a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you! Pension Onsite Parking Paid PVG Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
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 YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong 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 discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited 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 0508
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
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 YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong 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 discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited 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 0508
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 YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong 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 discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited 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
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
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 YOUA personable approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal foodNVQs/SVQs or City & Guilds equivalentUp to date food hygiene Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homeConfidence engaging with residentsStrong 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 discountsOpportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality AwardsUnlimited 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
