Hospital Chef

Have you got a DBS check done for you? Have you City & Guilds NVQ 3 in Cookery or equivalent or Food Safety Certificate Level 2 or equivalent qualification? Are you staying in or around the Portsmouth area?

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, organising, and preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors.

Role - Chef (DBS)

Rate of Pay - £14.00/hour

Location - Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3LY, United Kingdom

Job Type - Full Time, Contractual, Initially for 3 months with the possibility of extension

Hours - 37.5 hours in a week and hours are 06.00 to 14.00 or 08.00 16.00 or 11.00 19.00. (7 days on 2 days off / 8 days on 4 days off / working 2 weekends in 3)

Start - As soon as completing the documentation

Essential Requirements:

• City & Guilds NVQ 3 in Cookery or equivalent for the Catering Industry
• Food Safety Certificate Level 2
• Allergen Level 2 Training
• Basic DBS
• Significant experience in catering environments producing for large numbers

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create well-balanced and varied menus that meet the dietary needs of patients and adhere to health and nutrition guidelines.

• Consider special dietary restrictions and requirements, including allergies and cultural preferences.

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.

• Ensure food is served at the appropriate temperature and follow all safety and hygiene protocols.

• Work closely with dietitians and health care professionals to understand specific dietary requirements for patients with medical conditions.

• Adapt recipes and meal plans as needed to accommodate individual patient needs.

• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.

• Conduct regular taste tests and inspections to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.

• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track food costs.

• Minimise waste through careful planning and efficient kitchen practices.

• Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed.

• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, food safety standards, and hospital policies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a hospital or health care setting.

• Culinary degree or relevant certification.

• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for various medical conditions.

• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, tools, and food preparation techniques.

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

If you are interested in this role, please contact or by calling the number .

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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