Job Description Part-Time Chef | Catering | Private Hospital | Competitive Salary | 22.5 hours | Chatham Spire Alexandra Hospital in Chatham is looking for a Part-Time Chef to join their fantastic catering team on a permanent basis. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking for part time hours. Shift times are 7am-15.00 or 10.30- 18.30 Spire Alexandra Hospital offers world-class care and is part of one of the UK’s most respected private hospital groups. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we’re specialists in a wide range of treatments. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare. 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. Who We're Looking For Must have previous Chef/Cookery experience. 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. Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week Contract Type: Part-Time, Permanent Benefits 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 We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave. 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 Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.