Head Chef & Kitchen Supervisor — Hospital

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust at The Yeatman Hospital seeks a Senior Cook / Head Chef to lead the hospital catering team and oversee meal service for patients, staff and visitors. The role offers flexible hours around 30 or 25 hours per week and opportunities to manage menus, budgeting and service delivery.

You will ensure food safety, HACCP compliance and allergen controls, with responsibility for staff development and day-to-day kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in kitchen operation, food production and culinary techniques.
• Understanding of HACCP, allergen regulations and best practices.
• Experience with food safety and COSHH where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting a small team of catering staff, ensuring the smooth day to day operation
• Recruiting, managing and training catering team
• Planning of menus, orders, deliveries and budget control
• Managing food safety, Health & Safety and Allergens legislation, overseeing food safety practices and audits

Skills

Leadership

Food production

HACCP knowledge

Allergen regulations

Food safety

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust at The Yeatman Hospital seeks a Senior Cook / Head Chef to lead the hospital catering team and oversee meal service for patients, staff and visitors. The role offers flexible hours around 30 or 25 hours per week and opportunities to manage menus, budgeting and service delivery.

You will ensure food safety, HACCP compliance and allergen controls, with responsibility for staff development and day-to-day kitchen operations.