Hospital Chef

HR-CL Ltd; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HR-CL Ltd in East London is seeking experienced Chefs to join a busy hospital kitchen. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for patients and staff, working in a well-run environment with structured shifts and clear routines.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years professional kitchen experience; a basic DBS check is required. Strong food hygiene knowledge is essential; NVQ/City & Guilds are useful, but proven kitchen skills and reliability matter most. £16.50-£22 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of professional kitchen experience (essential).
• Basic DBS check (required).
• Confident cooking high-volume, quality food.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety.
• NVQ/City & Guilds useful, but experience matters more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for patients and staff.
• Work in a busy hospital kitchen with structured shifts.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Be a reliable team player and handle pressure calmly.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Team player

Calm under pressure

Reliable

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds (useful)

Job description

We're looking for experienced Chefs to join a busy hospital kitchen in East London. This is a great opportunity for a reliable chef who takes pride in good, wholesome food. You'll be part of a friendly kitchen team preparing fresh, nutritious meals for patients and staff, working in a well-run environment with structured shifts and clear routines.

• Atleast 1-2 years' professional kitchen experience (essential)
• Basic DBS check (required)
• Confident cooking quality food in high volumes
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety
• Reliable, organised and calm under pressure
• Team player who takes pride in their work
• NVQ or City & Guilds qualifications are useful, but experience matters more £16.50-£22 per hour, depending on experience