Head Chef

Job Description

Head Chef

Location: Oaks Hospital Colchester

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full-time

Salary: Depending on experience Benefits

About Us:

Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. The hospital has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare for patients with health insurance patients who are self-funding treatment orNHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system.

By investing in the latest advanced medical technology we offer a wide range of treatments and services. We care for patients from initial outpatient consultation and diagnostic scanning through to surgical treatment and recovery.

The hospital offers a range of services including Orthopaedic (upper limb lower limb and Spinal) General surgery Gynaecology Physiotherapy ophthalmology Diagnostic Imaging Urology etc.

The role:

We currently have a great new opportunity for a Head Chef to join our team at Oaks Hospital based in Colchester. You will be reporting into the Head of Operations. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of catering services for the Hospital.

Essential:

• Catering and Hospitality qualification at HNC/SCQF Level 7 or industry equivalent

• Current level 4 food hygiene certificate

• Relevant experience from industry with leadership and management skills

• Outstanding knowledge of food culinary skills and expertise

• Have an approachable positive and proactive manner with a growth mindset

• Have a desire to innovate and elevate the offerings and service of this department

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team

• Effective communication skills and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

• Sound written and verbal communication skills

• Planning and organisational skills

• Good computer skills (MS Office package)

• Flexibility and adaptability

Desirables:

• Kitchen management experience

• Knowledge of special dietary requirements

• Food Safety Agency Allergen Awareness Training

• Management experience

• Demonstrate commercial and financial awareness

• Previous health sector experience

Operational Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise food preparation and delivery for the Hospital

• Timely production of the kitchen rota

• Assist with training the kitchen team

• Development of daily specials

• Placing orders

• Monthly stock take

• Monitor and control food cost within budgeted guidelines

• Oversee the food safety management system in line with all Ramsay catering policies

Measurable Outcomes:

• Follow Company guidelines on purchasing from nominated suppliers;

• Adherence to Ramsay food hygiene policy COSHH policy and HACCP policy.

Why join us

At Ramsay Health Care UK our people are at the heart of our success. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing work-life balance and career development because were people caring for people:

Health Wellbeing & Financial Security

• Private Medical Cover with the option to add your partner and dependants

• Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance

• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 your base salary

• Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period

• Employee Assistance Programme

WorkLife Balance

• 25 days annual leave bank holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days

• Flexible shift patterns where possible

• Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave

• Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you

Career Development & Recognition

• Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development

• Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our people

Lifestyle & Everyday Perks

• Access to our benefits platform offering a wide range of discounts

• Cycle2Work scheme

• Subsidised staff restaurant where possible

• Free parking on site where possible

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 88000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.

We care.

Its more than what we do its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And its a belief thats as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.