Hospital Chef: 7-Day Catering Lead

Priory; Alloway; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Birthday holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership training

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic in Ayr, Scotland is seeking a skilled Chef to join the Site Support team. This full-time role covers catering operations across 7 days, with shifts from 8:00am to 6:00pm, contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff.

The successful candidate will have NVQ2 level (or equivalent), a basic food hygiene qualification, and the ability to manage stock, liaise with suppliers, and control costs while delivering meals for large groups.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 level or equivalent is required, plus basic food hygiene qualification.
• Numeracy and literacy skills are essential for planning and service.
• Good organisational and time management abilities are needed to manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares and cooks meals for the catering service.
• Ensures meals are served and operations run smoothly.
• Manages stock, places orders and checks deliveries to maintain cost control.
• Takes full shift responsibility for catering in the absence of the Head Chef.

Skills

Numerate

Literacy

Strong communication

Time management

Education

NVQ2 level or equivalent

Basic food hygiene qualification

Job description

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic in Ayr, Scotland is seeking a skilled Chef to join the Site Support team. This full-time role covers catering operations across 7 days, with shifts from 8:00am to 6:00pm, contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff.

The successful candidate will have NVQ2 level (or equivalent), a basic food hygiene qualification, and the ability to manage stock, liaise with suppliers, and control costs while delivering meals for large groups.