Chef

Priory Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Priory Hospital Solihull is recruiting a Chef to join our Site Support team. This part-time role is 34 hours per week, typically Thursday to Sunday, with shifts 8:30am–5:30pm and some flexibility in rosters.

You’ll need NVQ2 or equivalent and a basic food hygiene qualification, and you’ll take responsibility for planning, cooking, stock control, and maintaining high standards in line with Food Safety policies.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 or equivalent and a basic food hygiene qualification are essential.
• NVQ2 or equivalent and basic food hygiene qualification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook meals, accounting for dietary requirements.
• Take full shift responsibility for catering operation in the absence of Head Chef.
• Ensure stock control including placing orders and checking deliveries.
• Monitor food production to minimise waste and maintain quality.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety policies and statutory regulations.

Skills

NVQ2

Food hygiene

Education

NVQ2 or equivalent

Basic food hygiene qualification

Job description

Chef

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Solihull

Compensation: £26,878 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Solihull Salary £26,878 Part-time role of 34 hours per week

Priory Hospital Solihull has an opportunity for a Chef with a NVQ2 or equivalent & basic qualification in food hygiene to join our team. Working from 8:30am - 5:30pm, 4 days per week. Usually Thursday - Sunday; however, a degree of flexibility is required and rosters are planned in advance.

Priory Hospital Solihull, Meriden, Warwickshire is a 31-bedded level 2 rehabilitation service for males supporting the NHS. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus services and nearby train stations providing links into Coventry and Birmingham. The hospital is also well connected by road, with the M6 and M42 approximately 10 minutes away and wider access to the M40 and M1 motorways.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Undertakes the planning, preparation and cooking of meals, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.
• Ensuring operational standards comply with the company’s Food Safety policies and guidelines and statutory regulations.
• Takes full shift responsibility for the catering operation (in the absence of the Head Chef).
• Ensures the cost-effective and efficient control of stock including placing orders for food products and the checking/reconciliation of deliveries.
• Monitors and adapts food production ensuring that there is a minimum amount of wasted food.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Numerate, literate and qualified to NVQ2 or equivalent & basic qualification in food hygiene.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.