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Job requirements
Essential
7 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Clear understanding of HACCP
- Skills
Good understanding of Food preparation and cooking techniques
- Experience
Experience of working in a professional kitchen environment
- Experience
Experience of completing safety data information in line with legislation.
- Qualifications and Training
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3
- Qualifications and Training
C & G 706 1 & 2 ,NVQ or experience equivalent
- Qualifications and Training
Allergen Awareness
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Ability to work under pressure
- Skills
Organisational skills
- Experience
Experience of working in a healthcare or retail restaurant environment
- Experience
Can demonstrate experience of customer service
- Experience
Experiencing of cash handling and using a till.
- Qualifications and Training
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 4 or higher
Job overview
Do you want to have a direct impact on improving peoples wellbeing?
A fantastic opportunity has become available to join a dedicated and passionate team that takes pride in the production and service of high quality, freshly made, nutritious and well-presented range of food to meet the needs of our patients, staff and visitors in a safe and well managed environment.
Main duties of the job
To adhere to the NHS National standards for healthcare food and drink 2022.To prepare and ensure meals are delivered and served appropriately, including relevant portion size. To oversee the production of food to a range of customers and to ensure the food safety standards are adhered to. To assist monitoring stock levels, ensure appropriate rotation of stock. Contribute to a positive attitude towards learning opportunities within the company. To record and monitor, and if required, take action to ensure that high standards are maintained, (complying with Health and Safety and Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations) and feedback to your Line Manager
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Assistant Head Chef with St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Chef role. The advertised salary is £31,554 - £33,270 pa inc HCAS. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Nov 2026.
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