Job overview
We are recruiting for a Chef Manager who share our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.
The Chef Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, staff management, stock ordering and control and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for patients, staff and visitors.
This role combines culinary expertise, leadership, and a passion for high-quality food and service. The Chef Manager oversees the kitchen's efficiency and adherence to food safety and health and safety standards.
You will establish and develop key working relationships with the Food Production Manager, Compliance Officer, Supervisors, Ward managers and Housekeepers, Administrators, Chefs and Catering staff.
If successful to be offered interview candidates will be subjected to a trade test, you will be given a basic recipe to prepare and cook. You must bring suitable chef whites to change into
At the heart of everything we do are our core values: Include, Respect, and Improve. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.
Main duties of the job
Manage and control resources effectively in accordance with the Trust’s SFI’s/SO’s and other policies.
Participate in training as appropriate and put your skills and knowledge into practice. Training will be identified and carried out to fulfil the requirements of this job description. The post holder’s manager is responsible for their training and development.
Ensure that all staff carry out their duties in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner in accordance with agreed employment policies.
Assist the Food Production Manager to ensure that your staff receive sufficient and appropriate induction and training to undertake the tasks required of them and evaluate the effectiveness of this. Provide corrective coaching as appropriate.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.
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This advert is for Chef Manager with East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust in Stevenage, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Jun 2026.
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