Hospital Chef: Nutritious Meals & Patient Experience

Sodexo Group; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Meal on shift

Uniform provided

Discount on gym membership

Job summary

Sodexo in Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital is seeking a Chef to join our hospital kitchen team. You will manage your own section, prepare high-quality meals for patients and staff, and help maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Permanent contract with 35 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, shifts 7:00-14:30 or 11:30-19:00. £13.74 per hour with Sodexo benefits and free parking on site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in healthcare or quality-focused catering is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, allergens, hygiene and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality, nutritious and appealing food for patients, staff and visitors.
• Follow menus, recipes and dietary requirements to ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and health and safety.
• Ensure the kitchen and all work areas are clean, safe and well organised throughout each shift.
• Support the smooth running of the kitchen and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an excellent service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, reporting and resolving any issues promptly.
• Support special functions and provide cover for colleagues when required.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety & HACCP

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

Sodexo in Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital is seeking a Chef to join our hospital kitchen team. You will manage your own section, prepare high-quality meals for patients and staff, and help maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Permanent contract with 35 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, shifts 7:00-14:30 or 11:30-19:00. £13.74 per hour with Sodexo benefits and free parking on site.