Spire Leicester Hospital is looking to bring an experienced Chef to the team on the Bank. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will be expected to provide a high-quality professional service to the customer at all times, demonstrating a high level of social skills and a positive approach to customer care.
As a Chef, you will be expected to work in designated sections of the main kitchen, producing quality meals that are cost-effective and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene in the department – in line with our policies.
Our kitchen is open 7 days a week, operating on 2 shifts - 6:30-14:30 and 11:30-19:30.
Duties and Responsibilities
* To produce meals for patients, staff, and visitors within a large operation; adhering to centralised standards of preparation, production, and presentation.
* A positive and flexible approach to customer service and strong communication skills.
* Ability to plan patients’ diets as necessary, including the correct utilisation of stock, along with a strong knowledge of allergens.
* Quality assurance and Patient Confidentiality must always be maintained.
* To comply with all Health and Safety at Work regulations, including COSHH and Manual Handling, whilst being aware of corporate and local safety policies.
* To have a flexible approach to hours and duties. Shift patterns are 7am-3pm, 10am-6pm, or 11:30am-7:30pm, with alternate weekends off.
Who We're Looking For
* Must have previous Chef/Cookery experience and be willing to partake in cooking/presenting dishes as part of the interview process.
* Essential to have NVQ Levels 1 & 2 or an equivalent degree in Catering.
* Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate/qualifications are essential for this role, and you must be able to show a clear understanding of this.
* Exceptional Customer Service skills.
* Bank colleagues are paid weekly.
* We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave.
* Access to Spire Healthcare pension.
* Free uniform.
* Free DBS.
* Full induction, including mandatory training updates.
* Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts.
* Knowledge, support, and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire’s specialist Resourcing Team.
Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information.
Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit.
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