High-Volume Hospital Chef – Patient & Staff Meals

NHS; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS hospital in Reading is seeking a full-time Chef to join their Catering Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume food production, handling both patient and restaurant meals. Responsibilities include preparing food according to recipes, ensuring kitchen safety standards, and supervising food service. A relevant culinary qualification is required, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to cook with fresh ingredients from start to end product.
• Relevant experience of working in a team environment.
• Relevant experience of working in a similar type of establishment (NHS).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook patients and restaurant food as per recipe.
• Communicate food service requirements to staff and patients.
• Adhere to standard recipes and production planning.

Skills

Cooking with fresh ingredients

Teamwork

Food service communication

Knowledge of specialist diets

Education

NVQ 2 in Cookery or City and Guilds equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene

Higher level food safety qualification

Job description

A leading NHS hospital in Reading is seeking a full-time Chef to join their Catering Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume food production, handling both patient and restaurant meals. Responsibilities include preparing food according to recipes, ensuring kitchen safety standards, and supervising food service. A relevant culinary qualification is required, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences.