Job summary Royal Marsden Hospital requires a full time Chef de Partie for catering department providing food for patients, staff and visitors. Experience in similar role essential. Main duties of the job Assisting in the safe production and monitoring of meals and catering services. Ensure hygienic working practices are carried out and to monitor the standards set within the department on a day-to-day basis. Ensuring that food for staff, patients, visitors and functions is of the highest possible standard on the NHS Wards, PP Wards, Crche (Sutton Only), Restaurants, Grill Bars, Chefs Theatre commensurate with financial constraints. About us The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 282-F134 Job locations The Royal Marsden Sutton Downs Road Sutton SM2 5PT Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. General Duties Economic and careful use of manually and mechanically operated equipment, to include knives, whisks, gravity feed slices, mincers, electric mixers, food processors, microwave and pressure steamers, observing the guidelines always specified in the Health and Safety Act 1993 Assist in the preparation of, a, the main service & of any special functions as specified by the Head Chef, Sous Chef. Maintaining a neat and tidy appearance always, observing standards of personal hygiene as specified in the Food Hygiene Regulations 1974 and the Food Safety Act 1990. Report any pest sightings and ensure the outer kitchen doors are always kept closed, to prevent pest contamination. Ensure all opened food products are labelled in accordance with the HACCP Food safety management Catering Plan. Such other duties as may be required from time to time which are consistent with thegrade of the post. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. General Duties Economic and careful use of manually and mechanically operated equipment, to include knives, whisks, gravity feed slices, mincers, electric mixers, food processors, microwave and pressure steamers, observing the guidelines always specified in the Health and Safety Act 1993 Assist in the preparation of, a, the main service & of any special functions as specified by the Head Chef, Sous Chef. Maintaining a neat and tidy appearance always, observing standards of personal hygiene as specified in the Food Hygiene Regulations 1974 and the Food Safety Act 1990. Report any pest sightings and ensure the outer kitchen doors are always kept closed, to prevent pest contamination. Ensure all opened food products are labelled in accordance with the HACCP Food safety management Catering Plan. Such other duties as may be required from time to time which are consistent with thegrade of the post. Person Specification Skills Essential Knowledge of fresh food production Ability to write clearly Evidence of basic knowledge and data entry accuracy Desirable Knowledge of fresh production Perseonal qualities Essential Ability to undertake a support role Enthusiasm for job Able to follow written instructions Attention to detail & accuracy Ability to work as part of a team Willingness to respond to direction/team or alone High standard of personal hygiene and good health Good commotional skills and be able to use imitative Desirable Confidence within parameters of role Experience Essential A levels, including city and guilds 7061/706 2/3 NVQ1/2/3 A recognised qualification in Maths & English Willing to undergo relevant training Experience of working within catering Experience & knowledge of duties required to support senior staff gained by experience in a similar role Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures Awareness that the role involves handling of patient/visitor's meals and willingness to be trained in this area Awareness and ability to follow food hygiene, Allergan awareness and H&S practice for handling or willingness to undergo training in this area Good understanding of task prioritisation & demonstration of practice Basic understanding of quality management & experience of delivering good quality service Understanding that work relates directly to patient care Person Specification Skills Essential Knowledge of fresh food production Ability to write clearly Evidence of basic knowledge and data entry accuracy Desirable Knowledge of fresh production Perseonal qualities Essential Ability to undertake a support role Enthusiasm for job Able to follow written instructions Attention to detail & accuracy Ability to work as part of a team Willingness to respond to direction/team or alone High standard of personal hygiene and good health Good commotional skills and be able to use imitative Desirable Confidence within parameters of role Experience Essential A levels, including city and guilds 7061/706 2/3 NVQ1/2/3 A recognised qualification in Maths & English Willing to undergo relevant training Experience of working within catering Experience & knowledge of duties required to support senior staff gained by experience in a similar role Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures Awareness that the role involves handling of patient/visitor's meals and willingness to be trained in this area Awareness and ability to follow food hygiene, Allergan awareness and H&S practice for handling or willingness to undergo training in this area Good understanding of task prioritisation & demonstration of practice Basic understanding of quality management & experience of delivering good quality service Understanding that work relates directly to patient care 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. Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Marsden Sutton Downs Road Sutton SM2 5PT Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)