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
Salary description
£19.00 - £19.00 per hour