Bank Chef | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Slough is looking for a passionate Bank Chef to join its team at Wexham Park Hospital. The role involves preparing and cooking fresh dishes for staff, ensuring high standards in food safety and presentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in a high-volume kitchen and a strong commitment to food quality. This position offers flexibility and support for work-life balance.

Benefits

First-class development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Inclusive employer recognition

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef in a similar environment.
• Strong motivation and passion for food quality.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes from fresh ingredients.
• Ensure dishes are properly cooked and presented.
• Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Experience in high-volume cooking

Ability to work in a busy environment

Knowledge of food hygiene legislation

Job description

Bank Chef Opportunity – We have an exciting chance for a passionate and talented Chef to join our Bank Staff at Frimley Health Hospitals Kitchen and Restaurants, working exclusively out of the Wexham Park Hospital site.

Our dedicated Bank Chef will cook exclusively for the retail staff restaurant, crafting every dish fresh each day using only the finest ingredients. We specialise in high‑volume, high‑quality cooking, preparing generous portions to serve an average of 900 guests daily in our vibrant courtyard restaurant in Wexham. From breakfast to lunch, every plate reflects our commitment to freshness, flavour, and efficiency. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a full meal, you will taste the care and consistency in every dish.

If you are an experienced Chef with a genuine motivation and passion for food and quality, and you can work well in a busy environment, we welcome your application.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes from fresh ingredients.
• Ensure that all dishes are properly cooked and attractively presented.
• Prepare meals to the amounts forecasted, exercising the required level of portion control.
• Assist with function catering as required.
• Prepare food to the Trust’s recipe database, and cook and present dishes in accordance with the menu plan for patients and staff.
• Liaise with the Head/Assistant Head chef regarding special dietary requirements.
• Communicate and liaise with staff across the Trust, suppliers and other external organisations.
• Maintain high level of communication within the catering team and other Directorates.
• Undertake surveys or audits necessary to the role.
• Keep working areas and equipment in a clean and hygienic condition, observing good hygiene practices in all catering tasks.
• Assist with the recording of food temperatures in accordance with department policy and procedures.
• Assist with menu planning and menu development.
• Use analytical and judgement skills to address and resolve general daily issues that arise within the department.
• Comply with all current Food Hygiene Legislation and attend necessary training.
• Ensure Trust financial procedures are followed.
• Promote effective and efficient use of department and Trust resources.
• Assist with receipt of stock from catering stores, and be aware of the security of all goods and provisions within the area.
• Advise on sufficient stock levels of provisions, portable catering equipment, disposables and cleaning materials.
• Practice good levels of stock rotation and the correct storage of all perishable items, ensuring that all refrigerated and frozen items are stored at the correct temperature, are date‑stamped and are within their sell‑by date.

Benefits

• First‑class development opportunities for all staff.
• Wide range of professional, management and leadership training available.
• Inclusive and disability‑confident employer, awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.
• Health work life balance, with flexible working patterns and hours tailored to staff needs.

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust encourages applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours. We do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

This advert closes on Wednesday 22 Oct 2025.