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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary:
Pinehill Hospital is one of Hertfordshire’s leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatment. Situated in tranquil, wooded surroundings, Pinehill provides a peaceful environment to aid a speedy recovery.
Job Description
Head Chef
Location: Pinehill Hospital, Hitchin
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary: Pinehill Hospital is one of Hertfordshire’s leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatment. Situated in tranquil, wooded surroundings, Pinehill provides a peaceful environment to aid a speedy recovery.
The hospital's range of treatments and services include cosmetic surgery, hip replacements, knee replacement, varicose vein treatment, hernia surgery, physiotherapy, cataract surgery, gynaecology services, snoring treatment, and ear, nose and throat treatments.
The role:
We currently have a great new opportunity for a Head Chef to join our team at Pinehill Hospital, based in Hitchin. You will be reporting into the Head of Operations. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of catering services for the Hospital.
Essential:
* Catering and Hospitality qualification at HNC/SCQF Level 7 or industry equivalent
* Current level 4 food hygiene certificate
* Relevant experience from industry with leadership and management skills
* Outstanding knowledge of food, culinary skills, and expertise
* Approachable, positive, and proactive manner with a growth mindset
* Demonstrated ability to lead a team
* Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team and independently
* Sound written and verbal communication skills
* Planning and organisational skills
* Good computer skills (MS Office)
* Flexibility and adaptability
Desirable:
* Kitchen management experience
* Knowledge of special dietary requirements
* Food Safety Agency Allergen Awareness Training
* Management experience
* Commercial and financial awareness
* Previous health sector experience
Operational Responsibilities:
* Lead and supervise food preparation and delivery for the Hospital
* Timely production of the kitchen rota
* Assist with training the kitchen team
* Development of daily specials
* Placing orders
* Monthly stock take
* Monitor and control food costs within budgeted guidelines
* Oversee the food safety management system in line with Ramsay catering policies
Measurable Outcomes:
* Follow company guidelines on purchasing from nominated suppliers
* Adherence to Ramsay food hygiene policy, COSHH, and HACCP policies
Benefits:
* 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
* Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
* Flexible shift patterns where possible
* Enhanced Parental Leave Policies
* Private Medical Cover with options for partners & dependants
* Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
* Free Training via Ramsay Academy
* Free Parking (where available)
* Subsidised staff restaurant (where available)
* Concerts for Carers
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle2Work scheme
* The Blue Light Card Scheme
About Us:
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience, operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff treating 8 million patients annually. We are known for our strong NHS partnerships and commitment to quality care.
We value a positive, proactive attitude and are committed to equality of opportunity. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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