Chef

Chef | Catering and Hospitality | Cheshire | Warrington | Permanent | Full time | 37.5 hrs per week | £11.84 per hour + enhanced rate on weekends Spire Cheshire Hospital are looking for a Chef/Cook to join our small and friendly catering team on a full timeand permanent basis. You will be working across a rota covering five days in any one week period and you will work one weekend in two. There are two shift patterns in this team - early shift 5:30am to 2pm and late shift 11am to 7pm which are allocated ona fair basis in addition to an early finish and enhancements paid for weekends. This is the perfect role for aspiring chefs who are looking for a work/life balance **Chef | Catering and Hospitality | Cheshire | Warrington | Permanent | Full time | 37.5 hrs per week | £11.85 per hour + enhanced rate on weekends** Spire Cheshire Hospital are looking for a Chef/Cook to join our small and friendly catering team on a full time and permanent basis. - You will be working across a rota covering five days in any one week period and you will work one weekend in two. There are two shift patterns in this team - early shift 5:30am to 2pm and late shift 11am to 7pm which are allocated on a fair basis inaddition to an early finish and enhancements paid for weekends. This is the perfect role for aspiring chefs who are looking for a work/life balance._ As Duty Chef you will be responsible for preparation, cooking and service of food to patients, staff and consultants whilst providing a high quality professional service to the customers at all times. **Duties and responsibilities**: - Menu planning - Preparation of sandwiches for departments as required - Service of meals to patients - Service of meals to staff and visitors on a "pay as you eat" cash system in the restaurant - Observation of food hygiene/Health & Safety and COSHH regulations and policy **Who we’re looking for** - A high level of social skills and a positive approach to customer care are essential elements of the job - A degree of human understanding is essential in order to meet the needs of individual patients who may have specific dietary needs or preferences. - Must be able to plan patients' diets as necessary - Ability to use discretion when changing menu choices - Experience in corporate catering would be of benefit but not a necessity as full training will be provided **Benefits** We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options' - Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance - Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. **Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it’s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.** Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatientcare. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.