Hospice Chef - Flexible Hours, Nutritious Meals

Marie Curie; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Marie Curie is seeking a compassionate Chef to join the Facilities team at Cardiff and the Vale Hospice. The role is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) with shift patterns 7am-3pm or 11am-7pm, based in Cardiff.

You will prepare nutritious meals for patients, visitors and staff, contributing to a warm, supportive hospice environment. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking or City & Guilds equivalents, strong cooking skills, and a caring approach.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking required or equivalent City & Guilds.
• Strong cooking skills with ability to prepare varied, high-quality menus.
• Experience in catering environments; healthcare experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals for patients, visitors, volunteers and colleagues.
• Assist kitchen operations during shifts and take responsibility for duties.
• Support during periods of annual leave, sickness or increased service demand.

Skills

Cooking skills

Customer service

Independent working

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Job description

Marie Curie is seeking a compassionate Chef to join the Facilities team at Cardiff and the Vale Hospice. The role is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) with shift patterns 7am-3pm or 11am-7pm, based in Cardiff.

You will prepare nutritious meals for patients, visitors and staff, contributing to a warm, supportive hospice environment. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking or City & Guilds equivalents, strong cooking skills, and a caring approach.