Overview
We are recruiting for a motivated, enthusiastic individual seeking a career pathway within our Estates and Facilities team Catering Department. This is a full-time role within an ambitious NHS team with opportunities for personal development, career progression and employee benefits including enhanced rates, NHS pension scheme, blue light card with discounts and benefits, and more.
Salary: NHS AFC: Band 3. Contract Type: Permanent. Closing Date: 24th October 2025. Shortlisting Date: 25th October 2025. Interview Date: 31st October 2025.
Location: Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Bradford, BD9 6DP.
Main duties of the job
* Ensure the efficient use of resources in the production of hygienic, safe, high-quality meals produced in a safe and hygienic manner for patients and staff, while providing technical leadership to the kitchen brigade.
* Supervise and direct the work of the kitchen brigade to ensure meals are produced safely and on time to required standards, meeting all Food Hygiene regulations.
* Prepare and monitor daily production planning schedules and team briefs to meet all requirements and maximise efficient use of resources.
* Plan and prepare daily restaurant menus reflecting the brigade’s skills while meeting customer choice requirements.
* Plan and develop service user menus (including themed days, special diets and special requests).
* Monitor service of meals in the restaurant for quality, presentation, temperature and customer satisfaction.
* Maintain storage facilities, stock and waste levels; ensure temperature controls and rotation to meet Food Hygiene requirements.
* Establish and monitor systems for receipt of goods to ensure quality, quantity and temperature.
* Inspect and monitor the food service environment and equipment for defects and cleanliness; remedy as required to meet Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.
* Provide technical leadership and training to create a professional environment and well-motivated team.
* Ensure the team follows recipes and methods; contribute to the continued development of Food Services.
* Other duties as required; this job description is not exhaustive and may change with service needs.
Closing details
Closing Date: 24th October 2025. Shortlisting Date: 25th October 2025. Interview Date: 31st October 2025.
About Us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: We Care, We Listen, We Deliver. We will consider flexible working arrangements and offer a range of benefits. We are proud to pledge support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT) is committed to environmental and social sustainability and encourages training and continuous improvement across service areas.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you require visa sponsorship, eligibility will be assessed according to Trust criteria.
Right to Work
Applicants should be aware that the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. Prior to appointment, you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. You must inform your manager of any changes to your right-to-work status during employment. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner may result in termination of employment.
Person Specification
Essential
* Qualifications: C & G 706/1, 706/2 & 706/3/NVQ level 3 in Food Preparation and Cookery or NVQ level 3 in Food Preparation and Cookery or equivalent; Level 3 Certificate in Food Safety.
* Experience: Prior supervisory experience.
Desirable
* ILM 1st line management or other supervisory qualification; NVQ level 4 in Food Preparation and Cookery or equivalent; Level 4 Certificate in Food Safety.
* Knowledge: Preparation of high-quality functions; Cook/chill production; COSHH and safe working practices; Health and Safety at Work Act; knowledge of special dietary requirements.
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975. A Disclosure is required via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Employer details
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Bradford, BD9 6DP
Employer’s website: https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/
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