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Band 6 Chef

Job Description

Position: Agency Chef Band 3
Location: Conquest Hospital, Hastings
Pay Rate: £14 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Start Date: Immediate


Role Overview
We are seeking skilled and motivated Agency Chefs (Band 3) to join our healthcare catering team at Conquest Hospital. This role is critical in ensuring the provision of nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in healthcare catering and be well-versed in food safety protocols.


Key Responsibilities

  • Meal Preparation: Prepare meals and special diets in accordance with hospital standards, including allergen-free and texture-modified options.
  • Food Safety: Adhere strictly to all food safety and hygiene regulations, ensuring compliance with hospital and legal standards.
  • Inventory Management: Assist in managing stock levels and report any shortages or discrepancies to the catering manager.
  • Kitchen Hygiene: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment and surfaces are sanitized and fit for use.
  • Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the catering team to meet meal service deadlines and address any dietary requests or changes promptly.
  • Compliance: Follow all hospital policies, including infection control measures and workplace safety guidelines.


Essential Qualifications & Skills

  • Proven experience as a chef, preferably in a healthcare or similar institutional catering environment.
  • Certification in Food Safety and Hygiene (Level 2 or higher).
  • Strong understanding of dietary requirements and allergen management.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.


Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay rate of £14 per hour.
  • Regular daytime hours, offering a work-life balance (Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM).
  • Opportunity to contribute to patient care by providing high-quality meals tailored to their needs.
  • Immediate start with a supportive and collaborative team.

Benefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a leading occupational health service.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Please also bear in mind our £250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3 month contract.
  • We also offer a £250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet.
  • The Benefits of working with Service Care Solutions:
  • - DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge
  • - £250 training allowance
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