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Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. We have an opportunity for a Chef to join their team of staff in the Catering department. This is a bank role working on an "as and when required" basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.
Job Responsibility
Prepare and deliver meals to an agreed standard for patients, staff, visitors, and events within the hospital
Ensure food is cooked and presented in line with daily menus, dietary requirements, and portion control guidelines
Carry out all kitchen duties as required, ensuring efficiency across food production, cleaning, and service areas
Complete and maintain documentation related to food safety, temperature checks, allergen control, and visitor access to back-of-house areas
Comply with Health and Safety at Work Regulations, COSHH, HACCP, manual handling, and fire safety policies
Understand and respond appropriately to emergency procedures and alarms
Requirements
Experience working in an operational kitchen to at least Chef de Partie level
Sound knowledge of kitchen operations and the ability to work across all kitchen departments
Proficiency in knife handling and basic cooking techniques
Basic Food Hygiene certification
Knowledge of COSHH, HACCP, and safe working practices in a kitchen environment
Ability to work flexibly across shift patterns between 06:00 and 20:00, including weekends