Chef - Marie Curie Bradford Hospice

NHS; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Chef to join their catering team at their hospice in Bradford. This full-time position requires hands-on cooking and supervisory skills. Applicants must hold relevant culinary qualifications and demonstrate excellent customer service abilities. Benefits include generous leave, training programs, and a pension scheme. This role is essential for providing quality meals and managing kitchen operations effectively.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Competitive parental and sick leave policy

Continuous professional development

Defined contribution pension scheme

Marie Curie Blue Light Card

Life assurance for all employees

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant culinary qualification.
• Experience in relevant catering and supervisory roles.
• High levels of Health and Safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menu specifications.
• Supervise Catering Assistants and manage shifts.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are upheld.

Skills

Hands-on cooking skills

Excellent customer service

Strong communication skills

Organised and flexible

Time management

Education

City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or Level 2 NVQ in Food Production and Cooking

Basic Food Hygiene

Job description

Job summary

We are recruiting for a Chef to join our Catering team at our Outstanding CQC rated hospice in Bradford.

Hours and Contract

Full Time 37.5 hours per week – shifts Mon‑Fri 07:30‑15:30 and 10:00‑18:00. Weekends and bank holidays 07:30‑15:30.

Contract Type: 12 months Fixed Term.

Location

Marie Curie Bradford Hospice, Maudsley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD3 9LE.

Responsibilities

• Hands‑on cooking with strong practical, imaginative and creative skills.
• Organised, flexible and pro‑active approach to work.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self‑motivate and manage time effectively.
• Assist Head Chef with supervision of Catering Assistants, produce staff rotas and help recruit junior staff.
• Select approved suppliers and place orders.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2, or Level 2 NVQ in Food Production and Cooking, or equivalent.
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• High levels of Health and Safety awareness.
• Relevant catering and supervisory experience.
• Flexibility with shift patterns.

Benefits

• Annual leave 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata).
• Competitive parental/sick leave policy.
• Continuous professional development.
• Industry‑leading training programmes.
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work.
• Defined contribution pension schemes.
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme.
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers and satellite navigation systems.
• Marie Curie Blue Light Card.
• Benefit Hub Discount Scheme.
• Life assurance for all employees.
• Enhancements: 35% of basic salary per hour for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm‑6am), 69% for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays.

How to apply

Upload your most recent CV demonstrating how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

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EEO Statement

Marie Curie is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.