Job Summary
Queensway Hospital provides specialist mental health care in a supportive, person-centred environment. We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Part‑Time Chef to join our friendly team and help us deliver nutritious, high‑quality meals for our patients and staff.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook balanced, varied meals in line with patient dietary requirements (including soft, vegetarian, and allergy‑specific diets).
* Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with HACCP and infection control standards.
* Support with menu planning and stock management.
* Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure mealtimes are calm, positive, and therapeutic experiences.
About Us
We deliver person‑centred, trauma‑informed care, and actively involve patients and families in care and treatment, including weekly community forums, therapeutic planning, and feedback processes all supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team, including OT, psychology, dietetics, and peer support.
Details
Date Posted: 24 October 2025
Pay Scheme: Other
Salary: £13.46 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Part‑time
Reference Number: E0038‑0558‑EM
Job Locations: 136 Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 3AZ
Qualifications
* Food hygiene certificate (Essential)
* Basic calculus skills (Desirable)
Experience
* Previous experience as a Chef (Essential)
* Previous experience working in a hospital or school setting (Desirable)
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
Ellern Mede Group
136 Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 3AZ
Website: https://www.ellernmede.org
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