Chef de Partie - Hospital Kitchen, 37.5h, Free Meals

Sodexo; Oxford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Uniform provided

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app access

Brand discounts

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Full training

Cycle to work

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital in Oxford is hiring a Chef de Partie to join Sodexo in delivering high-quality meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will manage your own kitchen section, ensure recipes, dietary needs and schedules are followed, and uphold hospital standards.

We seek someone with healthcare/catering experience, strong cooking and presentation skills, and a solid understanding of food safety. This permanent role offers shift patterns, meals on shift, and uniform provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or similar catering role, ideally healthcare/contract catering.
• Strong food preparation, cooking and presentation skills with attention to quality and consistency.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent), with relevant catering qualifications such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, flexible and team-oriented approach, with the ability to support colleagues and adapt to changing business needs.
• Awareness of stock management, waste reduction and cost control principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals for patients, visitors and staff, following agreed recipes, dietary requirements and production schedules.
• Support the delivery of safe, hygienic and efficient food services in line with food safety legislation, company policies and hospital standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation to ensure an excellent dining experience.
• Complete and maintain all required food safety, temperature and quality assurance records accurately.
• Assist with stock control, stock rotation, ordering, deliveries and inventory checks to minimise waste and maintain availability.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen, storage and service areas.
• Support meal service operations and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure services are delivered on time.
• Help train and support team members, while contributing to a positive, inclusive and customer-focused environment.

Skills

Food preparation

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Customer service

Adaptability

Stock control

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent)

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent

Job description

Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital in Oxford is hiring a Chef de Partie to join Sodexo in delivering high-quality meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will manage your own kitchen section, ensure recipes, dietary needs and schedules are followed, and uphold hospital standards.

We seek someone with healthcare/catering experience, strong cooking and presentation skills, and a solid understanding of food safety. This permanent role offers shift patterns, meals on shift, and uniform provided.