Hospital Chef: Patient-Centric Catering & Hygiene Pro

ESHT; Playden; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Staff restaurants

Accommodation

Job summary

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a qualified Chef to join Rye Hospital Catering Team, supporting other ESHT sites as required. The role involves independently preparing, cooking, and serving meals for patients and staff, with attention to dietary needs and high hygiene standards.

The position is part-time (15 hours per week) with duties across Rye Memorial Hospital and potentially other ESHT sites.

Qualifications

• Evidence of basic standard of education.
• City & Guilds 7061/7062 or equivalent qualifications.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals for patients at Rye Memorial Hospital and other sites as required, including meeting special dietary needs.
• Order provisions and cleaning chemicals from Trust-authorised suppliers.
• Liaise with ward staff, patients, and delivery teams as necessary.
• Maintain exceptional hygiene standards within all kitchen areas.

Skills

Knowledge of HACCP

Good organisational skills

Able to work under pressure

Able to work on own initiative

Knowledge of special diets

Education

City & Guilds 7061/7062 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a qualified Chef to join Rye Hospital Catering Team, supporting other ESHT sites as required. The role involves independently preparing, cooking, and serving meals for patients and staff, with attention to dietary needs and high hygiene standards.

The position is part-time (15 hours per week) with duties across Rye Memorial Hospital and potentially other ESHT sites.