Chef

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Chef to join their Catering department at a leading hospital in Peterborough. This role is crucial in providing high-quality meals to patients and staff, ensuring adherence to health and hygiene standards. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to make a real difference in people's lives. The organization values its staff and provides numerous benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private healthcare. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

25 days’ annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday

Private Healthcare and Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Ramsay Discount Programme

Wellbeing centre

24/7 employee assistance line

Access to Ramsay Academy for development

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Chef in a healthcare or catering environment.
• Understanding of current health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure adherence to health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Hygiene

Decision Making

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Basic Food Hygiene

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Salary: Competitive, depending on experience + Benefits

Summary:

Fitzwilliam Hospital is one of Cambridgeshire's leading independent hospitals, renowned for delivering high-quality healthcare treatments and services since 1983. Located in the tranquil landscaped grounds of the Milton Estate in Peterborough, the hospital offers 54 single bedrooms and 1 twin-bedded room, all with en suite facilities. It provides services for both private and NHS patients.

The role:

We have a new opportunity in our Catering department for an experienced Chef to join our team at Fitzwilliam Hospital, based in Peterborough.

As a Chef, you will be a vital part of a team committed to delivering the highest quality outcomes in a supportive environment, where your skills and expertise will be valued.

This role involves food preparation, cooking, and service to our patients, staff, consultants, and visitors. Hours are flexible on a shift pattern, Monday to Sunday.

You should have a good understanding of current health and hygiene regulations and ensure these are adhered to in all food preparation and service.

What you'll bring:

• Experience working as a Chef
• Minimum of Level 2 Basic Food Hygiene
• A warm, considerate, and empathetic character
• The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
• A flexible and positive attitude

Benefits include:

• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday
• Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
• Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme and Blue Light Card
• Wellbeing centre and 24/7 employee assistance line
• Access to the Ramsay Academy for development and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years of experience. Operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff, we treat 8 million patients annually. We are respected within the healthcare industry and are one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, maintaining a strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We value a positive, “can do” attitude and are committed to making a difference in our work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our staff are the foundation of our success.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. As our business grows, we invite you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture emphasizes that staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Care’s most important assets, which has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme, always putting the patient at the heart of everything we do. Join us and enjoy more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

It’s more than what we do; it’s who we are. Everything we do aims to deliver the best care, a principle as true today as when we first welcomed patients in 1964.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognizes that our people are our most valuable asset, contributing to our ongoing success.

We actively support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists, having achieved the Silver Award under the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community, including our staff and patients.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity for all. This position requires background and DBS checks.