Chef

Job overview

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust’s Catering Services are looking for a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in producing delicious, traditional, home-made meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible.

Based in our large production kitchen, you will play a key role in preparing nutritious and appetising food for both patients and staff. With a strong emphasis on quality, sustainability and care, your work will directly impact the wellbeing and recovery of our patients – as well as the morale of our hardworking NHS colleagues.

Main duties of the job

• Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes using fresh ingredients, following NHS recipe standards and menu plans.
• Presenting meals attractively and ensuring proper portion control.
• Catering for dietary requirements and special diets in liaison with senior chefs.
• Supporting occasional function and hospitality catering as needed.
• Maintaining the highest hygiene and food safety standards in line with legislation and Trust policy.
• Assisting with stock control, storage, temperature checks, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Contributing to menu development and improving patient and staff meal offerings What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience in a chef role within a quality-focused kitchen environment.
• A genuine passion for food, presentation, and delivering excellence.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Awareness of current food hygiene regulations and best practices.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Please note sponsorship is not provided for this role