Peripatetic Chef

A new and exciting opportunity has come up within our catering team!

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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.
Were 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

Youll 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. xwzovoh 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 youre a flexible, experienced Chef who enjoys variety, leadership, and making a real difference wed love to hear from you.
Join a supportive organisation where your skills will be valued, your impact recognised, and your work truly matters.