Job Description
Hours :37.5 full (time/part time)Salary: Competitive up to £31,500 depending on experience (f/t) plus enhanced rate for weekend working.Interview Date: Week commencing 16th March 2026
Holy Cross Hospital is a registered Charity, owned by the Congregation of the Daughters of the Cross. Our expertise is in the provision of neurorehabilitation for our patients. We presently have 42 in-patient beds and provide outpatient physiotherapy for the local community.
About the role:
We are delighted to be recruiting for a talented Chef who has a keen understanding of IDDSI standards and allergen management.
We are a 42 Bedded hospital who provide exceptional neurorehabilitation for our patients.
Reporting to the Head Chef your role will involve preparing and cooking meals using standard recipes, creating textured modified meals that meet ISSSI guidelines, managing food safety and allergen protocols (Natashas Law), control of food wastage, maintaining stock levels, assisting in the Head Chefs absence, guiding kitchen staff and ensuring smooth operations. Liaise with patients and staff to meet meal requirements and maintain impeccable hygiene presentation standards.
About you:
We are looking for a self-directed and ambitious Chef with a background in restaurant standard food and a mastery of culinary techniques consistent with an exceptional dining experience. Knowledge of IDDSI guidelines.
In return we will offer a range of benefits including no unsociable hours and no split shifts to ensure work life balance. You will be required to work alternate weekends and some bank holidays
Benefits:
We offer an attractive package as follows:
* Generous holiday allowance
* Access to Blue Light scheme
* Access to a pension scheme
* Free staff car parking
* Subsided meals
* Uniforms provided
* Access to on-site gym facilities
* Discount on musculoskeletal physio provided by Holy Cross Physiotherapy Centre
If you are passionate about providing an excellent service, the development of teams and growing the reputation of the hospital then send your CV
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