Chef Supervisor

NHS; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chesterfield seeks a full-time Chef Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations and manage staff at the Chesterfield Royal Hospital. The role involves menu development, ensuring food safety compliance, and providing an exceptional dining experience. Applicants should hold a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate and have experience in a similar role. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm with a salary of £24,658 annually.

Benefits

Full NEST pension with employer matching

40% premium for late night and weekend work

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake.
• GCSE level or equivalent (including Maths and English).
• Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate (essential).
• Good knowledge of food safety, HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff.
• Create and develop menus using seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety Guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Customer care

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

GCSE level including Maths and English

Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef Supervisor – Role Overview

DSFS are recruiting a full‑time Chef‑Supervisor to work 37.5 hours per week in Café at the Royal, at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

Key Benefits

• Full NEST pension – pay 5% or 8% and DSFS will match.
• 40% premium for any hours worked after 8pm and before 6am Monday‑Friday and for Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays.
• Working pattern Monday to Friday 7am – 3pm.

Main Duties

• Oversee kitchen operations, preparing high‑quality meals and managing kitchen staff to ensure an exceptional dining experience.
• Create and develop menus using seasonal ingredients, ensuring dishes are cost effective and nutritious.
• Work as part of a team. Issue instructions calmly. Keep calm under pressure.
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety Guidelines and all local regulations.

About DSFS

DSFS is a subsidiary of Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, employing over 900 staff across Soft and Hard Facilities Services and Corporate Services. We promote a diverse, inclusive, flexible workforce.

Person Specification – Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake.
• GCSE level or equivalent (including Maths and English).
• Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate (essential).
• Good knowledge of food safety, HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Experience in a similar role – ability to work on own initiative and make menu decisions.
• Excellent communication, customer care and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Experience with food allergens, special diets and labelling.
• Menu planning and allergen awareness (desirable).
• Knowledge of NHS guidance (desirable).

Desirable Experience

Experience within a commercial or retail catering operation.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Communication – conversing easily at all levels.
• Customer care – delivering excellent service.
• Work well under pressure; calm under stress.
• Leadership – motivate and lead a team.
• Food safety – advanced knowledge of regulations.

Sponsorship

Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited currently do not offer a Certificate of Sponsorship, any applications which require sponsorship will not be considered.

Disclosure & Barring Service Check

Required – submission for DBS required. Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Employer Details

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Location

Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Top Road, Calow, Chesterfield, S44 5BL.

Working Pattern & Salary

Permanent, Full‑time. Salary £24,658 per annum pro‑rata. Contract 37.5 hr per week, Monday‑Friday 7am‑3pm.

Reference

166‑DSFS‑7668965