Job overview The post holder will be required oversee and work as part of the catering team to prepare, cook and serve food to a high standard to our patients, visitors and staff. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that food is safely produced following the departments food safety policies, NHS food standards and food safety legislation. The post holder will be required to support and advise chefs, catering team leaders, food service assistants and mentor trainees to work in the department, as well as liaise with colleagues from dietetics and SALT. To assist managers to ensure that the departments resources, foodstuff and equipment are used effectively in providing nutritional meals to the consumer. Advert To Assist the Head Chef and Retail Manager to support the delivery of a high quality and cost-effective hospitality, to provide leadership and support to the Catering Team daily, to encourage and support all members of the team. The day-to-day supervision of the department liaising with the Team Leaders to ensure the smooth running of the department. The post holder may be required to represent the department at user meetings and suggest ideas for improvement. The post holder can be required to assist Environmental Health Officers in the absence of the Head Chef. To undertake the workload of a specific section of the kitchen or shift when required. To maintain staff attendance records, monitor sickness/absence, holidays and check timesheets at the end of each month in conjunction with the Head Chef, to complete return to work interviews and annual appraisals. To plan production and assist with rostering within the kitchen to ensure that all roles are covered and that staff are given the opportunity to work in all areas of the department. Working for our organisation We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds — especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals, and those living locally. We offer a range of benefits to support our staff — see the attached leaflet for details and are proud to be a supportive, inclusive workplace where you will feel valued and empowered. Join us and help make a difference in our community. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role. Disclosure & Barring Check Fee Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month’s salary. Volunteers are exempt. Our Values – At the heart of all we do We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview. Early closure notice We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications—please apply without delay. International Applicants & Sponsorship We welcome applications from those needing UK sponsorship. From 2021, most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals need a visa to work in the UK. Important: Salary thresholds and visa rules changed in 2024 — check your eligibility here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. If applying from overseas, you may also need to provide criminal record certificates for countries lived in for 12 months in the past 10 years.