Overview
Head Chef (Central Production Kitchen) role at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.
To liaise with the CPK Manager to ensure the provision of catering services and day-to-day production of comprehensive, high-quality, cost-effective meals and menu items for both patients and staff across University Hospital Dorset sites, ensuring that production meets the demands of the hospital population. To be part of the management team, assisting, advising and devising strategies to enable the smooth running of the department. Managing and participating in ensuring a high standard of food production, hygiene and cleanliness.
Responsibilities
* Develop new dishes and menus, ensuring variety and quality, and adapting to seasonal ingredients.
* Ensure consistency and efficiency in production.
* Oversee the selection and ordering of ingredients, manage stock levels, and minimise waste.
* Supervise and direct all kitchen staff (Chefs, Catering Assistants and Store Persons).
* Train new and existing staff on techniques, recipes, and safety procedures.
* Evaluate staff performance, provide feedback, and address issues or disciplinary matters.
* Oversee maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment.
* Manage food costs, minimise waste, and ensure profitability.
* Address any issues in the kitchen, from equipment malfunctions to staffing shortages.
* Ensure the kitchen adheres to all relevant health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards.
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures related to kitchen operation.
* Include responsibilities for catering stores and ensure cleaning schedules and production recipes are signed off.
Notes
This post is part of the Catering service that UHD may transfer to an NHS wholly owned subsidiary; the proposed date of transfer is October 2025. The subsidiary will continue to offer NHS AFC terms and conditions to current employees who transfer in October as well as to new employees recruited after that date. Some services may move sites this year or next. Interviewers can answer specific questions at interview.
Please review the job description and person specification to gain a better understanding of the Head Chef (Central Production Kitchen) role.
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