About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient, day patient, and inpatient settings. Our dedicated team of specialists is committed to diagnosing and treating all types of mental health conditions, including eating disorders and addictions. Conveniently located, we are a two-minute walk from Marylebone mainline and Underground stations, and within a ten-minute walk of Baker Street and Edgware Road Underground stations. We are owned by the international medical group Emeis, delivering the full spectrum of psychiatric care, and high-quality care home and rehabilitation services across the globe. The main purpose of the job Preparing meals for patients in the hospital, under the guidance of the HeadChef and Sous chef. To prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with speciality Supervise and assist members of staff working with you Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef to create and develop new dishes and menus Monitor portion and waste control. Ensure you and your team maintain a high standard of cleanliness and food hygiene, meetingrequired quality standards Ensure the rules relating to health and safety are adhered to at all times Responsible for keeping up-to-date with hospital policies and procedures Requirements Health & safety and food hygiene course certificates A minimum of 3 years kitchen experience Great cooking skills Pastry skills Exceptional presentation with a passion for food Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to delegate appropriately A flexible approach towards shift requirements and to undertake tasks as requested by the Head Chef. Ability to undertake all mandatory training. Fluent in English, both verbal and written Company Benefits Competitive salaries an additionalLondon allowance of £4,000 per annum added to all permanent posts (pro-rata for part-time roles) Negotiable relocation allowance 25 days annual leave pro-rata (increasing up to 30 with long service), plus bank holidays Employee Referral Program, designed to reward you for helping us find talented individuals who would be a great fit for our team Generous pension scheme via the government autoenrollment scheme in addition to eligibility to enrol into the companys group pension scheme Access to an interest free season ticket loan to support with your everyday travel expenses Discretionary annual bonus and salary review schemes Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay Enhanced company sick pay Access to free Eyecare and contribution towards the cost of glasses for DSE Users Life Assurance Cover (Death in Service) Professional membership fees contribution Available opportunities for continued professional development (CPD) Heavily subsidised staff meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner with freshly soured ingredients and a new menu each week, its not one to be missed *Subject to T&Cs