Hospital Chef: Patient-Centric Meals, 12-Month FTC

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Chef for a 12-month fixed-term contract at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be part of a busy healthcare catering team, delivering high-quality meals while maintaining stringent food safety and hygiene standards.

The role emphasizes patient dietary requirements, timely service, and collaboration with colleagues to maintain quality and efficiency in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• A recognised Chef qualification and practical kitchen experience.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety and relevant legislation.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals in line with Sodexo and client standards.
• Help ensure meals are ready for service at the required times.
• Cater for special dietary requirements for patients, following guidance and procedures.
• Maintain standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and personal hygiene.
• Complete necessary food safety records and temperature checks.
• Follow portion sizes and support portion control.
• Support menu planning, ordering and kitchen rotas.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Follow health, safety and infection prevention procedures in the hospital environment.
• Take responsibility during weekend Chef duties, including acting as key decision-maker when required.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Chef qualification

Job description

Sodexo is recruiting a Chef for a 12-month fixed-term contract at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be part of a busy healthcare catering team, delivering high-quality meals while maintaining stringent food safety and hygiene standards.

The role emphasizes patient dietary requirements, timely service, and collaboration with colleagues to maintain quality and efficiency in a hospital setting.