Head Chef | NHS Hospital Catering Leader

NHS; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in Chester seeks an enthusiastic Head Chef to manage the catering team and ensure high-quality food service for patients and staff. The candidate should have substantial experience in large scale food production and kitchen management. Key responsibilities include producing food, managing the team, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Relevant qualifications include Level 3 Food Safety and NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery. Strong leadership and time-management skills are required.

Qualifications

• Strong time-management and leadership skills.
• Experience in large scale food production and kitchen management.
• Understanding of NHS systems including ESR/E-procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the catering team within the department.
• Produce quality food for patients and staff.
• Ensure catering standards are delivered and met.

Skills

Time management

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

Level 3 Food Safety or HACCP

NVQ Level 3 In Professional Cookery

Certificate in ILM First Line Management

Job description

A leading hospital trust in Chester seeks an enthusiastic Head Chef to manage the catering team and ensure high-quality food service for patients and staff. The candidate should have substantial experience in large scale food production and kitchen management. Key responsibilities include producing food, managing the team, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Relevant qualifications include Level 3 Food Safety and NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery. Strong leadership and time-management skills are required.