Chef

NHS; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare organization in Ulverston is seeking a Chef to join their team at St Marys Hospice. This part-time role involves preparing meals for patients and assisting in a busy café environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and care, with flexible working hours including weekends. Join us in making every meal a moment of comfort for our patients.

Qualifications

• Must be adaptable to different kitchen tasks.
• Ability to prepare tailored meals for patients' likes and needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily specials and baked goods.
• Manage busy lunch services with high cover numbers.
• Engage with patients regarding their dietary needs.

Skills

Kitchen skills or passion to learn

Good sense of humour

Care for people

Job description

Job Title:ChefLocation:St Marys Hospice, UlverstonResponsible to:Head ChefContracted Hours:To work 28 hours per week, (a certain degree of flexibility commensurate with the requirements of the post is necessary) will include weekend working on a regular basisHours of Work: A combination of hours between 8am-6pm 4 days a week

Main duties of the job

What does an average day involvePutting orders away,opening up the kitchen for the day,completing HAACP Documentation.Making soups, quiches, daily specials of your choice, baking scrummy cakes, sandwich fillings, pies.Preparing the salad bar for service.Attending the inpatient unit speaking with each patient and discussing their likes, dislikes and dietary needs for that day.Making meals for patients at lunch and tea time.Running a full lunch service alongside another chef and a kitchen assistant, anywhere between 40 and 90 covers. Preparing afternoon teas, baking for these.Planning ahead for the rest of the weeks demandsEveryone does a bit of everything, including washing up yes really!

About us

St Marys Hospice provides care and comfort for patients living with any life shortening illness or long-term condition and their family. We support people from the moment of diagnosis and their families for longer.

Job responsibilities

Chef

Part time hours negotiable

(Apprentice rate applies if training)

At the Orangery Cafe, food is more than food. Its comfort, care, and sometimes the highlight of someones day. From a favourite pudding to a simple cuppa, your meals will create a great dining experience in our very busy caf and also dignity, love, and comfort to patients, families and visitors.

Cooking specials, soups, quiches, pies, and scrummy cakes.

Being part of a lively lunch service (4090 covers) alongside an amazing team.

Helping with afternoon teas, the salad bar and if needed, even washing up!

Preparing tailored meals for patients likes and needs.

Part time hours, no late nights, great team.

Apprentices welcome train on the job.

Every plate makes a difference.

Bring your kitchen skills (or passion to learn), a good sense of humour, and care for people as much as food.

Apply now and help us turn meals into moments at St Marys Hospice.

Closing date 21st November however applications will close once a suitable number of applicants have been received

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.