Hospital Chef (Band 3): Therapeutic Diets & HACCP Lead

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Chef to support food preparation, cooking, and service in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include ensuring hygiene standards, preparing meals for patients and staff, and overseeing kitchen support staff. The ideal candidate should hold relevant culinary qualifications and have a commitment to food safety. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vital service within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the preparation of therapeutic diets.
• Good standard of English & Maths.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals ensuring food hygiene.
• Maintain due diligence records for food safety management.
• Assist in training newly appointed kitchen staff.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Food hygiene

Team leadership

Stock control

Allergen awareness

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Equivalent

Level 3 Award in Food Safety

Basic health & Safety Certificate

Level 4 Food Safety Management

Job description

A UK NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Chef to support food preparation, cooking, and service in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include ensuring hygiene standards, preparing meals for patients and staff, and overseeing kitchen support staff. The ideal candidate should hold relevant culinary qualifications and have a commitment to food safety. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vital service within a supportive environment.