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Job Description
Chef
Department: Site Support Roles
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Stockton Hall
Compensation: £27,510 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Stockton is looking to recruit a chef to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.
Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7 days working every 4th weekend – shift times are 6.30am – 2.30pm or 10.30am – 6.30pm weekdays. 6.30am – 6.30pm weekends. 3 consecutive days off when working weekend.
Priory Stockton Hall is a long-serving medium secure hospital based in a quiet but well-connected village near the historic city of York.
Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7 days working every 4th weekend – shift times are 6.30am – 2.30pm or 10.30am – 6.30pm weekdays. 6.30am – 6.30pm weekends. 3 consecutive days off when working weekend.
Priory Stockton Hall is a long-serving medium secure hospital based in a quiet but well-connected village near the historic city of York.
What you'll be doing
You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.
- Undertakes the planning, preparation and cooking of meals, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.
- Ensuring operational standards comply with the company’s Food Safety policies and guidelines and statutory regulations.
- Takes full shift responsibility for the catering operation (in the absence of the Head Chef).
- Ensures the cost-effective and efficient control of stock including placing orders for food products and the checking/reconciliation of deliveries
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
- Experience within a professional kitchen environment
- Experience producing meals for large groups on time and to budget
For more information about the role, you can email [email protected]
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.