Chef

Royal Hospital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Hospital Chelsea invites an experienced Chef to join our Catering Team, delivering high-quality meals for Chelsea Pensioners and guests. You will work across the Great Hall and the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary, with exposure to Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections, supporting both daily dining and special events.

This hands-on role focuses on maintaining food hygiene, health and safety, and exceptional food quality, while collaborating with senior chefs to uphold the high standards of our

Qualifications

• Proven culinary skills and experience in professional kitchens.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high quality meals across the Great Hall and the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary.
• Work within Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections to support diverse catering operations.
• Contribute to day-to-day dining services and special events; maintain high hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Job description

Are you a passionate chef looking for a role where your skills can make a genuine impact every day?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our talented Catering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the unique and historic surroundings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, helping to create exceptional dining experiences for our Chelsea Pensioners and guests.

As a Chef, you will prepare, cook and serve high quality meals across both the Great Hall and the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary. Working within our Kitchen, Larder and Pastry sections, you will gain exposure to a variety of catering operations while supporting both day-to-day dining services and special events.

This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with senior chefs to deliver outstanding food, contribute to memorable functions and events, and help maintain the high standards for which our Catering Team is known. You will also play an important role in ensuring excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and food quality standards are consistently achieved.