Job Summary
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
Job Details
* 37.5 Hours per week / 5 days in 7
* £14.00 - £15.00 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
* Free Parking on Site / Free Meal on Shift
* Location: Priory Hospital Arnold
What you’ll do:
* Plan and cost menus using Recipe Online and Chef's Work, ensuring meals meet contract requirements while staying within fixed food costs
* Manage ordering and stock control, strictly using Sodexo-approved suppliers
* Contribute to daily food preparation and bring innovation to the kitchen with creative concepts, healthy eating options, and sustainable menu ideas
* Ensure full compliance with all health and safety, hygiene, fire safety, and COSHH regulations – and train your team accordingly
* Monitor and record fridge, freezer, and hot holding temperatures in line with company policy and HACCP guidelines
* Support occasional ad hoc or special functions, which may fall outside normal working hours
What you bring:
* A genuine passion for food and exceptional customer service
* 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent culinary qualifications, plus RIPHH and IOSH certificates
* Sound knowledge of:
o Cook Chill Catering
o HACCP principles
o Level 2 Food Safety practices
* Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
* A professional, respectful attitude and a positive approach to teamwork
* High personal standards for hygiene, appearance, and conduct
What we offer:
* Mental health and wellbeing resources
* Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
* Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
* Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
* Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
* Retirement savings plan and life insurance
* Full training and protective uniform provided
* Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development
* Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities
* Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
* Competitive pay
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are a disability confident leader, welcoming diverse applicants.
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