Chef / Cook

Chef/Cook | Private hospital | Catering and Hospitality | Warrington | Part-time | 30 hrs per week | £12.50 per hour + enhancement available for weekends

Spire Cheshire Hospital, Warrington are looking for a Chef/Cook to join our small and friendly catering team on a part-time and permanent basis.

At Spire Cheshire Hospital, we provide high-quality treatments for our patients and are extremely proud to be rated as Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for our private hospital care. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare.

Working hours:There are two shift patterns on this team - 6 am to 2 pm or 11 am to 7 pm which are allocated on a fair basis in addition to an early finish and enhancements paid for weekends and unsocial hours.

Please only apply if you can commit to this!

Contract type:Permanent, Part-time 30 hrs

Our catering team are responsible for providing exceptional food quality for our patients and staff based on our central corporate menu.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will assist in the preparation, cooking and delivery of food and beverage service to patients, consultants and staff whilst providing a high quality professional service to the customers at all times.

Duties and responsibilities:

• To assist the Head Chef as directed with preparation of food
• Meal preparation including cooking of some food items which will be agreed between the Head Chef and the catering assistants
• Presentation and service of food and beverages, to the specified standard, to staff, patients and consultants
• To assist, when required, with the service of food to staff, consultants, visitors and patients in both the restaurant and wards
• To maintain adequate control of all stock through stock rotation, date checking and ensuring packaging is intact in the kitchen
• To comply with the health and safety procedures in accordance with current legislation
• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in all tasks and duties

Who we're looking for

• You will need to have a relevant catering qualification or a willingness to gain one
• Experience working as a chef/ Cook in any setting is a key requirement
• Experience in corporate catering would be of benefit but not a necessity
• A high level of social skills and a positive approach to customer care are essential elements of the job
• A degree of human understanding is essential in order to meet the needs of individual patients who may have specific dietary needs or preferences

Benefits

We offer employees 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 - FTE
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park

We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

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.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.