Chef

NHS; Worcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is looking for a Chef to supervise and prepare high-quality food. Responsibilities include cooking, engaging with patients, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. The ideal candidate has catering experience and relevant certificates. This part-time role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Free Bupa wellness screening

Qualifications

• Must have a basic food hygiene certificate.
• Previous experience in the healthcare or similar catering industry is essential.
• Ability to take direction from senior kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and cook food items as directed by the Head Chef.
• Engage with patients regarding food service options.
• Maintain cleanliness in all kitchen areas.

Skills

Basic food hygiene certificate

Catering certificates

Experience in a large-scale catering environment

Ability to work in a kitchen environment for large numbers

Job description

Job Summary

Spire South Bank Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Chef to join the team on a permanent basis. As Chef, you will be responsible for supervising, preparing, presenting and coordinating the day-to-day delivery of high quality food and beverage. You will ensure all work is carried out in a hygienic and methodical manner at all times and take over duties in the absence of the Senior Chef.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef as directed with preparation of food, including peeling and chopping of vegetables.
• Prepare meals and cook food items agreed upon with the Head Chef and catering assistants, presenting and serving to staff, patients and consultants to the specified standard.
• Assist, when required, with the service of food to staff, consultants, visitors and patients in the restaurant, coffee shop and wards.
• Pro‑actively engage with patients to raise awareness of the food and beverage service that can be tailored to suit their individual needs.
• Takes orders from customers regarding food and beverage requests, adhering to any special dietary requirements or specific needs.
• Serves on the till and performs cash‑up duties when required.
• Maintains adequate control of all stock through stock rotation, date checking and ensuring packaging is intact.
• Complies with health and safety procedures in accordance with current legislation.
• Performs cleaning of the kitchen area, staff restaurant, coffee shop and beverage bay areas and washing‑up duties associated with a large commercial kitchen in accordance with a scheduled list of works.
• Maintains a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in all tasks and duties.
• Carries out any reasonable request by management relating to the efficient operation of the catering department.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate.
• Catering certificates.
• Previous experience working in the healthcare/hospital industry or a similar large-scale catering environment.
• Experience working in a kitchen environment, cooking for large numbers of people and able to take direction and guidance from the Head Chef and 2nd Chef within the kitchen area.
• Experience working in a restaurant‑style kitchen, wards and with visitors.

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options.
• Spire For You reward platform – discount and cashback for over 1,000 retailers.
• Free Bupa wellness screening.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.

Values

• Driving clinical excellence.
• Doing the right thing.
• Caring is our passion.
• Keeping it simple.
• Delivering on our promises.
• Succeeding and celebrating together.

Contract Details

Contract type: Permanent
Job type: Part‑time
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience

Location

139 Bath Rd
Worcester
WR5 3YB

EEO Statement

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all.

Closing Date

In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.