Job requirements
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Essential
7 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook.
- Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
- Qualifications
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Qualifications
Experience working in a busy catering environment.
- Qualifications
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Qualifications
Well organised, reliable and adaptable.
- Qualifications
Committed to delivering excellent customer service and quality food.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Chef | Private Hospital | Full-Time | Chatham, Kent
Spire Alexandra Hospital is looking for an experienced Chef to join our friendly catering team. This flexible role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing high-quality meals, maintaining excellent food hygiene standards, and working in a professional healthcare setting.
As part of our catering team, you'll help deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to patients, staff and consultants while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the hospital kitchen.
About Us
Spire Alexandra Hospital provides expert private healthcare services to patients across Medway, Kent and the South East. Our modern hospital features two fully equipped operating theatres, an extended recovery unit and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
What You'll Be Doing
- Preparing and cooking freshly made meals to a high standard.
- Assisting with food preparation, including vegetable preparation and ingredient handling.
- Serving food and beverages to patients, staff, consultants and visitors.
- Supporting catering services in both the restaurant and ward areas as required.
- Managing stock rotation, date checks and ensuring food is stored safely.
- Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
- Following all health and safety policies and procedures.
Who We're Looking For
- Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook.
- NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Experience working in a busy catering environment.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Well organised, reliable and adaptable.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service and quality food.
What We Offer
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Free onsite parking
- Access to the Spire for You benefits and rewards platform
Why Spire?
At Spire Healthcare, our people make the difference. We're dedicated to creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to do their best work.
Our values guide everything we do:
- Caring is our passion
- Driving clinical excellence
- Doing the right thing
- Keeping it simple
- Delivering on our promises
- Succeeding and celebrating together
If you're a passionate Chef looking for flexible work in a rewarding healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team that's committed to providing outstanding care and service.
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This advert is for Chef with Spire Healthcare Ltd in Chatham, GB. It is listed as a Chef role. The application deadline is 05 Oct 2026.
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