Chef Supervisor

NHS; Oldham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Chef Supervisor to manage kitchen operations at the Royal Oldham Hospital. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety, and developing menus. Candidates should have relevant food safety qualifications and experience in a supervisory role. This is a full-time permanent position offering competitive benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Working Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Procedures.
• Understanding of cleaning and monitoring systems.
• Proven experience as a Supervisor/Head Chef in a similar large-scale organisation.

Responsibilities

• Organisation and running of all aspects of the Kitchen.
• Ensure quality and appearance of all food served to patients and staff.
• Ensure allergen information is regularly checked and updated.

Skills

Ability to lead by example

Recognise food trends

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or relevant experience

Level 4 Advanced Food Safety

Level 3 Allergen

Level 4 Certificate in Management

Level 3 Food hygiene

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chef Supervisor to join the team at The Royal Oldham Hospital. You will be responsible for the direction and supervision of all Retail/Kitchen staff and for providing a high standard of catering for patients, staff and visitors while ensuring food safety and standards are maintained at a high level. You will manage the preparation, cooking, service and distribution for all aspects of food production and ensure economical use of materials and equipment. You will be able to work without supervision at the stated place of work but may be asked to work at any of the Trust\'s kitchens as required.

Main duties

• Organisation and running of all aspects of the Kitchen.
• Play a key role in the development of patient, staff and hospitality menus.
• Ensure allergen information is regularly checked and updated as required.
• Ensure the quality and quantity of goods checked in, and that relevant documentation is correct.
• Report any irregularities in stock deliveries to the supplier.
• Ensure the quality and appearance of all food served to patients, staff and hospitality is of the highest standard.
• Update and create standard recipes as needed, and ensure they are adhered to.
• Liaise with catering, ward staff and other departments to ensure efficient running of services and maintain good communications.
• Check and monitor that all HACCP paperwork is completed and submitted to the manager on a weekly basis.
• Ensure all regulations are complied with throughout the department (Food Hygiene, Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, Manual Handling and Fire Training).

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. We are a large NHS trust committed to delivering high standards of care and working with partners. We value care, appreciate and inspire, and welcome applicants who demonstrate these core values.

We offer a role with purpose and flexibility, with a competitive benefits package including a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing.

Details

• Date posted: 30 October 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 4
• Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 236-NCA-EA097-25-PS
• Job locations: Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road, Oldham, OL1 2JH

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can read more about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or relevant experience
• Level 4 Advanced Food Safety
• Level 3 Allergen
• Level 4 Certificate in Management
• Level 3 Food hygiene

Desirable

• Level 4 Food Hygiene

Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential

• Working Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Procedures
• Understanding of cleaning and monitoring systems
• Proven experience as a Supervisor/Head Chef in a similar large-scale organisation
• Experience of planning, organising and controlling resources across an acute hospital patient feeding function

Desirable

• Financial Awareness and Business Acumen

Skills & Abilities Essential

• Ability to lead by example
• Recognise food trends

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Employer details Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust — Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road, Oldham, OL1 2JH. Website: careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk