Chef

NHS; Burnley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Cook with Care Join the Pendleside Team!

We're looking for a full-time Chef to join our catering team at Pendleside Hospice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about cooking who wants to be part of a team making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most, from preparing comforting meals for our patients to supporting our Meals on Wheels service.

You'll be part of a supportive, passionate team where people genuinely care about the work, about each other, and about doing things the right way.

Benefits

1. Generous annual leave
2. Private healthcare from day one
3. Subsidised meals
4. A place where your skills are valued and your wellbeing matters

Whether you're actively looking or just curious, we welcome informal chats. No pressure, just a friendly conversation.

Call Mark on 01282 440 100

Main Duties of the Job

Main Responsibilities:

To produce tasty wholesome meals from fresh ingredients, which reflect excellent culinary standards, whilst promoting great customer service with the aim to exceed expectations. To ensure your shift is managed effectively within the catering department and that the highest standards of food safety and hygiene are maintained.

About Us

Pendleside Hospice has been at the heart of the Burnley and Pendle community since 1988. As one of the region's principal providers of palliative and end of life care, we're deeply proud of the role we play, and grateful for the strong bond we share with the local community. People care about Pendleside, and we care about people.

Our care is completely free to patients and their families, but it's only possible thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters. Each year, it costs over £6 million to run Pendleside, with £4.9 million raised through charitable donations.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our Catering Team as a Chef. You'll be working 5 days a week across a flexible 7-day rota (including some weekends), preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals from fresh ingredients.

Beyond your culinary skills, we're looking for someone with heart someone who takes pride in going the extra mile and being part of something bigger.

Why Choose Pendleside?

1. A warm, dedicated working environment where staff support each other like family
2. Subsidised meals and drinks while on duty
3. 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (which increases for long service)
4. Benenden Healthcare from day one of employment
5. Comprehensive Wellbeing Programme - mental health support, physical wellbeing, and social activities
6. Ongoing development and training opportunities to grow in your role and career

Job Responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To produce tasty wholesome meals from fresh ingredients, which reflect excellent culinary standards, whilst promoting great customer service with the aim to exceed expectations.
2. To ensure your shift is managed effectively within the catering department and that the highest standards of food safety and hygiene are maintained.
3. Ensure every patient's individual nutritional needs are consistently met.
4. Supervise the preparation and production of meals, including our busy Meals on Wheels service, as well as supporting with food service and cleaning duties.
5. Promote attractive meal presentation and work to minimise waste wherever possible.
6. Always maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness within the catering department.
7. Ensure the electronic food safety system is updated accurately and that cleaning tasks are completed to the required standard on allocated shifts.
8. Manage stock levels effectively, ensuring proper rotation and that all items meet the Hospice's food safety requirements.
9. Provide catering for special functions as required including buffets, themed menus, and off-site events supporting Hospice activities.
10. Adhere to all Hospice policies and procedures, particularly those related to food safety and hygiene.
11. Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and respect in all interactions.
12. Contribute to ongoing menu and service development.
13. Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and Hospice colleagues to support a positive and caring environment.
14. Complete all mandatory training and support the development of junior team members, including 1-to-1s and on-the-job training.
15. Support the maintenance and use of the E-Rota system for scheduling.
16. Report any faulty equipment promptly and ensure repairs and maintenance are followed up as necessary.

This document is intended to convey an outline of the post and the post-holder's responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of professional kitchen in either a commercial or healthcare setting
• Previous care catering or hospitality experience

Education, Qualifications & Training

• City & Guilds 706/1/2 or NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Level 3 or above food safety qualification or be willing to gain.
• Knowledge of special dietary requirements and allergy management
• Must take great pride in what you do and always be prepared to go the extra mile
• Calm under pressure
• Ability to lead by example

Health/Physical

• This position can be physically & mentally demanding - you will need to be physically fit together with good health & an excellent attendance record

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.