Regional Bank Chef - Hampshire Region
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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. Regional Bank Chef - Hampshire Region
The closing date is 16 November 2026
Job summary
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Regional Bank Chef supporting our homes across the Hampshire Region. If you are looking for a new challenge with an organisation that is committed to delivering the best culinary experience for our residents, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE As the Regional Bank Chef, your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culin
Main duties of the job
Avery Healthcare is looking for a Regional Bank Chef for the Hampshire Region. In this temporary role, the chef will support the daily operations of the culinary department, traveling to various homes across the region to manage the preparation of high-quality meals. Responsibilities include preparing menu plans, placing food orders, supervising kitchen staff, and implementing food safety standards. Applicants should embody Avery's values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of culinary experience and must hold relevant qualifications such as NVQ 3 in Food Production or related certifications. A DBS check and proof of UK work eligibility are required.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, and it stands out as a premier place to work. Avery is dedicated to making the later years of life as enriching as possible for its residents while creating a supportive and satisfying environment for its employees. With a vision of "creating meaningful lives together," Avery offers care in over 100 homes across the UK. The organization prides itself on fostering an environment of respect, compassion, and community where team members feel empowered and valued, contributing to its status as a preferred choice for both residents and staff.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£18.50 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1569504632
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Hampshire Region
SO23 8UJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.
When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Regional Bank Chef supporting our homes across the Hampshire Region. If you are looking for a new challenge with an organisation that is committed to delivering the best culinary experience for our residents, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Regional Bank Chef, your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culinary department. You will manage and guide a culinary team dedicated to providing nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality meals that enhance the overall well-being of the residents while staying within budget. The role will involve travelling to various homes across the region.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by the Home Manager, which provide varied, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents. Take account of any special dietary needs and retain records for inspection purposes.
- Place food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain proper stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits
- Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, and instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
- Understand the Avery Food Safety Management system and demonstrate the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must have :
- Experience in managing a busy kitchen and a minimum of 5 years' culinary experience
- Knowledge of health and safety, as well as current food safety legislation. Knowledge of COSHH and managing the cleaning of the culinary department to 5-star rating standards
- NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent/City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications /Trained in IDDSI /textured modified diets
- Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.
When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Regional Bank Chef supporting our homes across the Hampshire Region. If you are looking for a new challenge with an organisation that is committed to delivering the best culinary experience for our residents, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Regional Bank Chef, your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culinary department. You will manage and guide a culinary team dedicated to providing nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality meals that enhance the overall well-being of the residents while staying within budget. The role will involve travelling to various homes across the region.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by the Home Manager, which provide varied, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents. Take account of any special dietary needs and retain records for inspection purposes.
- Place food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain proper stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits
- Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, and instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
- Understand the Avery Food Safety Management system and demonstrate the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must have :
- Experience in managing a busy kitchen and a minimum of 5 years' culinary experience
- Knowledge of health and safety, as well as current food safety legislation. Knowledge of COSHH and managing the cleaning of the culinary department to 5-star rating standards
- NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent/City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications /Trained in IDDSI /textured modified diets
- Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in managing a busy kitchen and a minimum of 5 years' culinary experience; knowledge of health and safety, as well as current food safety legislation; NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent; City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications; trained in IDDSI /textured modified diets; ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities.
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in managing a busy kitchen and a minimum of 5 years' culinary experience; knowledge of health and safety, as well as current food safety legislation; NVQ 3 in Food Production or equivalent; City and Guilds 706-1 706-2 Catering qualifications; trained in IDDSI /textured modified diets; ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Hampshire Region
SO23 8UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Hampshire Region
SO23 8UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Avery Healthcare
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£18.50 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1569504632
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Hampshire Region
SO23 8UJ
United Kingdom
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