We are a prestigious private hospital located in the picturesque village of Great Missenden, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a welcoming and serene environment. Our state-of-the-art facility offers a variety of medical services, and we believe that top-quality, nutritious meals are an essential part of our patients' recovery.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our culinary team and create healthy, delicious meals for our patients, staff, and visitors.
As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of fresh, wholesome meals tailored to meet the dietary needs of patients, including those with special requirements such as allergies, intolerances, and medical conditions. You will also be involved in menu planning, ensuring that all meals are prepared in line with hospital nutrition guidelines, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook a range of nutritious and tasty meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Adapt menus to meet specific dietary and nutritional needs, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and medical requirements.
- Work closely with dietitians and nutritionists to ensure food aligns with patient recovery plans.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards at all times.
- Contribute to the development of seasonal menus, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients where possible.
- Assist in ordering and managing stock, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or similar environment.
- Knowledge of dietary requirements, nutrition, and food safety regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- A team player with excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Passion for delivering high-quality meals and enhancing the patient experience.
- Relevant qualifications in catering, food hygiene, and safety (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds).
- We are a prestigious private hospital located in the picturesque village of Great Missenden, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a welcoming and serene environment. Our state-of-the-art facility offers a variety of medical services, and we believe that top-quality, nutritious meals are an essential part of our patients' recovery.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our culinary team and create healthy, delicious meals for our patients, staff, and visitors.
As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of fresh, wholesome meals tailored to meet the dietary needs of patients, including those with special requirements such as allergies, intolerances, and medical conditions. You will also be involved in menu planning, ensuring that all meals are prepared in line with hospital nutrition guidelines, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Prepare and cook a range of nutritious and tasty meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
-
Adapt menus to meet specific dietary and nutritional needs, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and medical requirements.
-
Work closely with dietitians and nutritionists to ensure food aligns with patient recovery plans.
-
Maintain excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards at all times.
-
Contribute to the development of seasonal menus, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients where possible.
-
Assist in ordering and managing stock, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently.
-
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or similar environment.
-
Knowledge of dietary requirements, nutrition, and food safety regulations.
-
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
-
A team player with excellent communication and time-management skills.
-
Passion for delivering high-quality meals and enhancing the patient experience.
-
Relevant qualifications in catering, food hygiene, and safety (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds).
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/1809/87731001/52655719/R/SU
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thriveÑbecause diversity is our strength!