Chef

NHS; Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef to supervise food preparation and service. Responsibilities include cooking, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and engaging with patients about food options. Candidates should have a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in catering, particularly in a hospital or large kitchen setting. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including generous annual leave and medical insurance.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Employer and employee contributory pension

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Must possess a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Previous experience working in healthcare or a large-scale catering environment is essential.
• Experience cooking for large numbers and working in a restaurant-style kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with food preparation and cooking.
• Engage with patients regarding food service options.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas.
• Take orders and handle cash when required.

Skills

Basic food hygiene certificate

Catering Certificates

Experience in large-scale catering

Ability to take direction from Head Chef

Job description

Spire South Bank Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Chef to join the team on a permanent basis. As Chef, you will be responsible to supervise, prepare, present and co‑ordinate the day to day delivery of high quality food and beverage. Ensuring that all work is carried out in a hygienic and methodical manner at all times and to deputies in the absence of the Senior Chef.

Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care.

Spire South Bank Hospital has been in operation for 30 years providing quality private healthcare to the local population and beyond, earning a reputation as a leader in Worcestershire. We work with some of the areas most experienced Consultant Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Physicians to deliver tailored, personalised care and are proud of the positive patient feedback we consistently receive.

Main duties of the job

Duties and responsibilities:

• To assist the Head Chef as directed, with preparation of food, including peeling/chopping of vegetables.
• Meal preparation including cooking of some food items which will be agreed between the Head Chef and the catering assistants. Presentation and service of food and beverages, to the specified standard, to staff, patients and consultants.
• To assist, when required, with the service of food to staff, consultants, visitors and patients in both the restaurant, coffee shop and wards.
• To pro‑actively engage with patients to raise awareness of the availability of a food and beverage service that can be tailored to suit their individual needs.
• To take orders from customers in relation to food and beverage requests, adhering to any special dietary requirements or specific needs.
• To serve on the till and cash up when required.
• To maintain adequate control of all stock through stock rotation, date checking and ensuring packaging is intact.
• To comply with the health and safety procedures in accordance with current legislation.
• To undertake cleaning of the kitchen area/staff restaurant/coffee shop/beverage bay areas and washing up duties associated with a large commercial kitchen in accordance with a schedule of works.
• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in all tasks and duties.
• To carry out any reasonable request by management, relating to the efficient operation of the catering department.

About us

Spire South Bank Hospital has been in operation for 30 years providing quality private healthcare to the local population and beyond, earning a reputation as a leader in Worcestershire. We work with some of the areas most experienced Consultant Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Physicians to deliver tailored, personalised care and are proud of the positive patient feedback we consistently receive.

Job responsibilities

Who we're looking for:

• Basic food hygiene certificate.
• Catering Certificates
• Previous experience working in the healthcare/hospital industry or a similar large‑scale catering environment
• Experience of working in a kitchen environment, have experience of cooking for large numbers of people. Be able to take direction and guidance from the Head Chef and 2ndChef within the kitchen area.
• Experience of working in a restaurant style kitchen, wards and with visitors.

Contract type: Permanent

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Our Values:

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion.
• Keeping it simple
• Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employees well‑being through work life balance, on‑going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

For us,it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

Person Specification

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.