Description
Priory Hospital Market Weighton has an opportunity for a part-time chef to join their team. The role involves working 24 hours per week, with a two-week rota that includes Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays in one week, and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in the other.
The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team, contributing to the smooth running of the hospital and supporting patient wellbeing. Key responsibilities include:
- Planning, preparing, and cooking meals, considering special requests and dietary requirements
- Ensuring compliance with food safety policies and guidelines
- Taking full shift responsibility for the catering operation in the absence of the Head Chef
- Controlling stock efficiently, including ordering food products and reconciling deliveries
The ideal candidate will have:
- NVQ Level 2 in Catering (or equivalent) and a Basic Food Hygiene qualification
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen
- Experience preparing meals for large groups to a high standard
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Beneficial experience includes:
- Catering within a healthcare or care home setting
- Knowledge of specialist diets
- Experience ordering stock and controlling food costs
- Supervising or supporting kitchen staff
- Menu planning and creating nutritious meals
The hospital offers various benefits, including free on-site parking, birthday holiday, enhanced maternity pay, contributory pension scheme, flexible benefits, access to development opportunities, sponsorship of professional qualifications, leadership and management development, long service award, and refer-a-friend bonuses.