About this role
Job summary
PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS ROLE DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE USING THE LINK BELOW:
https://stcatherineshospice.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=354c0857-d595-4bb8-8573-9130b053f0b0
The salary for this role is between £20,656.77 to £21,188.54 per annum for 30 hours per week
Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, therefore this role may close at any time. Interviews will be arranged on an ad-hoc basis.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and talented Chef to join our Catering Team. You will lead on Kitchen operations to help deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for our patients, their loved ones, staff and visitors.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills in a rewarding role where the difference you make extends far further than the kitchen.A freshly prepared meal or a favourite dessert, can bring comfort, dignity, and moments of joy during some of life's most challenging times.
This post is offered on a part time permanent basis working 30 hours per week. Shifts are worked on a rota basis between 7.30am to 3.30pm and 11am to 7pm, rotating alternate weekends. This role offers a great opportunity to achieve a healthy work-life balance, with every other weekend off.
Main duties of the job
Are you a passionate professional who strives for excellence in their work? Would you take pride in creating delicious food and make a difference when it matters most?
As Chef, you'll support the Hospitality Services Manager and Kitchen Lead in delivering an exceptional catering service across the hospice.
About us
St Catherines Hospice is a respected local charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.
We provide care in communities across Surrey and Sussex which are richly diverse and we want to reflect that in everything we do. We celebrate and support difference and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you believe in the importance of what we do, share our values and want to be a part of an outstanding team building something important, wed love to hear from you.
We are located in Grace Holland Avenue, Pease Pottage, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9SL. You can access the Hospice by car, bus, bike or walking, with full transport details on our website.
We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Level 3 Leader, committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace.
Employees at St Catherines Hospice can enjoy a variety of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to buy / sell annual leave days. Plus we offer a day off for volunteering & moving house.
- Generous Pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions or honour of NHS pension.
- Life Assurance Scheme, Counselling Offering, and a range of discounts.
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Chef role will bring
- Prepare and present fresh, nutritious breakfasts, lunches, suppers, snacks, and refreshments for patients and visitors.
- Support hospitality and catering requirements for meetings, events, and hospice functions.
- Lead and organise kitchen activities during your shift to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
- Manage stock levels, place orders, receive deliveries, and maintain effective stock rotation.
- Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen cleanliness.
- Support, supervise, and encourage Catering Assistants and Volunteer Kitchen Assistants.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Experience of working in a professional catering or kitchen environment
- Ability to plan, prepare & deliver hospitality for events
- Awareness and understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements
- Knowledge and experience of Health and Safety at Work, COSHH, food hygiene, and food safety regulations
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate, support, and work effectively with others
- Good written communication and record keeping skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, presentation, and quality in all aspects of their work
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Basic IT skills
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering and maintaining high standards of quality and service.
- Ability to prepare fresh, home cooked meals for a variety of dietary needs
- Strong knowledge of food safety, allergen management and kitchen safety
- Knowledge and creativity of menu planning and development
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience coaching or training staff and volunteers
- Creativity and enthusiasm for menu and recipe development
- Confidence communicating with patients, visitors and the public.
- Experience supporting the delivery of hospitality services, including hot and cold buffets, barbeques & events.
- Strong customer services skills within a catering or hospitality setting.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent qualification).
- NVQ in Professional Cookery, Catering, Hospitality, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
Desirable
- Further qualifications in Catering, Hospitality, Food Service, or Professional Cookery.
Attitude and Behaviours
Essential
- Flexible approach to working hours, including events, covering leave weekends.
- Honest, reliable and professional.
- A positive and proactive attitude
- Committed to St Catherine's vision and values.
- Supportive, collaborative and can do team player
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
St Catherine’s Hospice
Address
St. Catherines Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stch.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)