Chef | Wirral | Private Hospital | Permanent | Part-time | 30 hours per week | £13.31 per hour plus excellent benefits Spire Murrayfield Hospital, Wirral has an exciting opportunity for a Chef to join our dynamic and experienced hospitality team working on a permanent, part-time basis. Spire Murrayfield Hospital is a state-of-the-art private hospital. We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we're committed to looking after you and your health. Working Hours: Shifts will vary from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends required. Contract type: Permanent As Chef, you will be responsible to supervise, prepare, present and co-ordinate the day to day delivery of high quality food and beverage. Ensuring that all work is carried out in a hygienic and methodical manner at all times and to deputies in the absence of the Senior Chef. Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to): * To assist other team members when necessary and maintain good working relationships * To ensure all HACCP and health and safety guidelines are recorded and followed * To assist with the service of food to staff, patients, consultants and visitors in all areas when required to do so * To service the Staff Restaurant and maintain flow of food to service counters as required to the specified standard * To prepare food and beverages for special functions and assist with other related activities as directed * To produce meals for patients/visitors/consultants and staff at the required times, adhering to the specified standards of preparation, production and presentation * To adhere to all statutory regulations, pertaining to the safety and hygiene operations of the kitchen and ancillary areas * To check in all deliveries as necessary making sure that all records are recorded * To undertake cleaning duties as per cleaning schedules and maintain clean and tidy working conditions at all times * To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance at all times, reporting for duty at the designated time, dressed in the correct uniform * To meet the needs of individual patients who may have specific dietary needs or preferences Who are we looking for? * Experience of working in a kitchen environment, have experience of cooking for large numbers of people * Experience of working in a restaurant style kitchen, wards and with visitors * Basic food hygiene and/or catering certificates are desirable but not essential * Good communication skills * Ability to establish rapport with all customers * Have a committed approach to providing great customer service * Accept responsibility for the identification of own training and development needs * Have the ability to work under pressure * Ability to work evenings and weekends on a rota system Benefits We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: * 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - pro rata * Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options * 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers * Private medical insurance * Life assurance * Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park * We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible