Peripatetic Chef

A new and exciting opportunity has come up within our catering team!  Are you a qualified Chef looking for better work-life balance while still making a meaningful difference? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where no two days are the same? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.  We’re looking for an Operational Peripatetic Chef (OPC) to support multiple care homes from Winchester to East Grinstead, ensuring continuity, quality, and compliance across our services.  This is a key operational leadership role responsible for delivering safe, high-quality catering services across 7 locations. As an OPC, you will step into kitchens where support is needed most — stabilising services, leading teams, and ensuring standards are consistently met.  Hours:  3 days per week (retained basis)  10-hour operational service days  Overtime available  Pay:  £19 per hour  Working Requirements:  Alternate weekends (Saturday or Sunday)  50% of bank holidays  Additional:  Mileage reimbursed (Travel time not paid)  Benefits:  Free meal on shift  Free Initial DBS  Life Assurance *Subject to eligibility  Blue Light Card  Employee Assistance Programme  Not for Profit Care Provider  Early Pay  About the Role  As an Operational Peripatetic Chef, you will travel between care homes to:  Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant food services  Step in to support kitchens during absence or operational challenges  Troubleshoot service issues and improve performance  Ensure adherence to food safety, nutrition, and regulatory standards  Train and support kitchen teams to maintain consistency  You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining stability across our care homes, ensuring residents receive nutritious, enjoyable meals every day.  This role is ideal if you are:  Required:  A qualified Chef with experience in high-volume or care-based catering  Confident stepping into new environments and leading by example  Experienced in maintaining food safety and compliance standards  Flexible and willing to travel across multiple sites  Highly organised, adaptable, and calm under pressure  Passionate about delivering high-quality, fresh food  Must have a full UK drivers licence   Desirable:  Previous experience working across multiple sites or in peripatetic roles  Experience within the care sector or similar environments  Strong team development and coaching abilities  Why join us?  At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to quality, consistency, and care. This role offers a unique opportunity to:  Gain exposure across multiple services  Develop your leadership and operational skills  Enjoy greater flexibility and work-life balance  Play a vital role in improving service delivery across a wider organisation  If you’re a flexible, experienced Chef who enjoys variety, leadership, and making a real difference — we’d love to hear from you.  Join a supportive organisation where your skills will be valued, your impact recognised, and your work truly matters