Compassionate Hospice Chef (Part-Time, 20hrs)

strukta Group Ltd; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Sick pay

25 holiday days + 8 bank holidays pro‑

Subsidised meals

Health & Wellbeing support

Medicash

Bluelight Card

Development opportunities

Job summary

Willowbrook Hospice in Knowsley is seeking a part-time Chef to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for patients, families, staff and visitors. You will report to the Head Chef and work in a collaborative kitchen team, delivering high-quality, diet-compliant meals within Safer Food standards.

Role offers 20 hours per week at £13.06 per hour, with a supportive environment, opportunities for development, and a range of benefits including pension, sick pay, and paid holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen skills and experience as a commercial cook or chef.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate and allergen awareness training.
• Willingness to learn dysphagia requirements and cater to medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Create tailored, well-balanced dishes considering medical, allergen, and texture needs.
• Cook and serve fresh meals daily for staff, patients, families and visitors.
• Mentor catering assistants and volunteers, assign daily tasks.
• Ensure Safer Food, Better Business standards and safety compliance, log daily temps.
• Oversee deep cleaning, equipment operation, and waste management.
• Prepare ingredient kits and support internal hospitality training.
• Monitor stock, minimize waste, and coordinate with local suppliers.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Allergen training

Dysphagia learning

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

Willowbrook Hospice in Knowsley is seeking a part-time Chef to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for patients, families, staff and visitors. You will report to the Head Chef and work in a collaborative kitchen team, delivering high-quality, diet-compliant meals within Safer Food standards.

Role offers 20 hours per week at £13.06 per hour, with a supportive environment, opportunities for development, and a range of benefits including pension, sick pay, and paid holiday entitlement.