Hospital Chef - Fresh, Local Meals for Patients & Staff

FHFT Education Academy; Slough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Chef to join the hospital kitchen and staff restaurant at Wexham Park Hospital in Slough. You will prepare high-quality, homemade meals using fresh ingredients and seasonal produce, working in a large production kitchen to support patient care and staff wellbeing.

The role requires experience in a quality-driven catering environment, with strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene.
• Intermediate Certificate in Food Hygiene.
• Knowledge of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes from fresh ingredients, following Trust recipes and menu plans for patients and staff.
• Ensure every dish is cooked correctly, well-presented, and produced in line with forecasted requirements and portion control standards.
• Support function and event catering as needed.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to accommodate special dietary requirements.
• Maintain excellent communication with patients, visitors, colleagues, suppliers, and wider Trust teams.
• Contribute to menu planning and development.
• Carry out audits and surveys relevant to the role.
• Uphold exemplary kitchen hygiene, food safety and cleaning standards in line with current legislation.
• Record food temperatures and follow all departmental procedures.
• Manage stock effectively, ensuring correct rotation, storage, and security of goods.
• Promote efficient use of Trust resources and ensure financial procedures are followed.

Skills

Food safety

English proficiency

Time management

Organization

Numeracy

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 or NVQ equivalent

Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene

Intermediate Certificate in Food Hygiene

Knowledge of HACCP

Job description

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Chef to join the hospital kitchen and staff restaurant at Wexham Park Hospital in Slough. You will prepare high-quality, homemade meals using fresh ingredients and seasonal produce, working in a large production kitchen to support patient care and staff wellbeing.

The role requires experience in a quality-driven catering environment, with strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.