Healthcare Kitchen Lead – Patient Meals & Safety

Stgeorges; Tooting; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to lead patient and staff catering within a busy hospital kitchen in Tooting. You will ensure meals meet NHS standards, portion control, and safety compliance while maintaining a patient-focused service.

Responsibilities include overseeing food production, stock rotation, and adherence to hygiene regulations, with opportunities for development and collaboration with the catering team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Experience with safety data information in line with legislation.
• Experience in healthcare or retail restaurant environment.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Experience with cash handling and till use.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to NHS National standards for healthcare food and drink 2022.
• Prepare and deliver meals with appropriate portions and service.
• Oversee production for a range of customers and maintain food safety standards.
• Assist monitoring stock levels and ensure correct stock rotation.
• Record, monitor and report to Line Manager to maintain high standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Level 3

C&G 7061 & 7062

Basic Food Hygiene Level 4+

Job description

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to lead patient and staff catering within a busy hospital kitchen in Tooting. You will ensure meals meet NHS standards, portion control, and safety compliance while maintaining a patient-focused service.

Responsibilities include overseeing food production, stock rotation, and adherence to hygiene regulations, with opportunities for development and collaboration with the catering team.