Bank Chef
Reference
PRI101044
Location
The Ayr Clinic, Dalmellington Road, Ayr, KA6 6PT
Priory Group Division
Healthcare
Salary
£13.50 per hour plus a holiday accrual allowance
Hours
Bank
Vacancy Type
Bank
Job Advert - Division Information
Do you want to be part of a team where you will be making a difference, and you’ll be essential to the wellbeing of staff and patients?
An exciting and rare opportunity has become available for Bank Chefs to assist in providing an excellent catering service within Ayr Clinic. We are looking for someone who is flexible, can cover shifts predominately in our step down services at the weekends, along with covering annual leave and sickness across Ayr Clinic chef roles. Core shifts worked over 07:30 to 18:00
We don’t just talk about putting employees first. We know that Priory wouldn’t exist without their combined energy, expertise and effort. So we invest heavily in training, provide first-class support, promote collaborative teamwork and give everyone on our team the opportunities and resources to achieve their full potential.
Priory Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading providers of independent specialist secure and step-down care across the UK. With hospitals around the country, 30 years of experience in our sector and highly skilled and experienced teams, we help patients and commissioners find the right care pathways without the need for multiple reassessments and we are looking for caring, compassionate people to join us.
The Ayr Clinic, with its two step down services - Gatehouse and Lochlea, is a low secure setting, caring for men and women mental illness and/or personality disorders.
About the Role
You will report to the Head Chef and together with the team you will ensure patients, staff and visitors are offered tasty and nutritious meals which are prepared to a high standard. You will have excellent communication skills, basic IT skills and be flexible and adaptable in your role. We’ll expect you to listen, be kind and do everything in your power to help us hit the highest standards.
Together with the Catering Team you will ensure that the healthcare team are supported to deliver high quality care
What we need from you?
Numerate, literate and qualified to NVQ2 or equivalent & basic qualification in food hygiene.
Organises and priorities own workload within established procedures
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to monitor costs and liaise with suppliers
Good organisation and time management
Knowledge of specialised diets may be required (Dysphagia, Allergens, etc.)
First class customer service skills
Proven skills and experience are a good start in this team, however what’s really important is a sincere, caring approach towards our patients. We are looking for people who believe that each person deserves the best, who respects the dignity of others, you’re warm, friendly, with a good sense of humour too. If you can also bring honesty, dedication and an organised approach, you could be the perfect fit for Ayr Clinic.
If this sounds like you we look forward to receiving your application.
Job Advert Location Description
Disclosure
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory Group will cover the cost of a Disclosure check.
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Ability to commute/relocate to:
Ayrshire Area (Ayr, Prestwick, Mauchline)
Access to transport, car owner desirable
Closing Date
06/07/2025