We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Chef to lead the day-to-day operations of our kitchen during allocated shifts. In this role, you will do much more than cook; you will ensure the delivery of high-quality, nutritious, and safe food production that directly impacts patient wellbeing and customer experience. Working as part of a collaborative and flexible team, you will champion excellent food safety, customer service, and operational standards while embodying the core values of the hospice.
- Kitchen Leadership - Lead the operations of the kitchen, guiding the catering team to ensure smooth, efficient daily service.
- High-Quality Food Production - Prepare, cook, and present nutritious, appealing meals tailored to the dietary requirements of patients, as well as comforting options for visitors and staff.
- Standards & Compliance - Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards across all food prep and storage areas.
- Customer Excellence - Ensure an outstanding dining experience for everyone, demonstrating empathy and responsiveness to patient and family feedback.
- Team Collaboration - Support the wider catering team, fostering a positive, flexible, and cohesive working environment.
- Proven experience working as a Chef, ideally within a healthcare, care home, or high-standard hospitality environment.
- Strong knowledge of food hygiene regulations (Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or the commitment to attain. NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery.
- Ability to adapt menus to meet specific nutritional or medical dietary needs.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
- A compassionate, flexible approach to work, with a commitment to supporting the values of a local charity.
St Elizabeth Hospice is an independent charity & hospice, which improves life for people in the East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth & Waveney areas living with a progressive or life-limiting illness.
Last year the charity supported over 4,000 patients & their families. The hospices work is centred on the individual's needs and they provide specialist support wherever it is needed; whether that is in the home, another setting in the community, in hospital or in the hospice itself. Support is provided to patients & their families via the Inpatient Unit, the Community Care Unit including outpatients clinics, home visits from the community nursing, medical or therapy team, the OneCall 24/7 telephone helpline & bereavement support.
St Elizabeth Hospice is committed to safeguarding & protecting the adults & young people that we work with & has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect & discrimination of any person. As such, all posts are subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records & vetting checks. We have a range of robust safeguarding policies in place which promote safeguarding across the hospice & staff are expected to undertake regular, mandatory safeguarding training to equip them with the knowledge & skills to identify & respond to potential risks.
Various shifts available covering 7:00am to 7:00pm including weekends
In addition to being part of a wonderful local charity, the hospice offers a generous benefit package, including:
- 27 days annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme (NHS pension transferable)
- Life Cover
- Free Car Parking
- Cycle to Work & Car Leasing Scheme
- Health Service Discounts
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Blue Light Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
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Chef in Ipswich employer: St Elizabeth Hospice
St Elizabeth Hospice is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and patients. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have access to continuous training and growth opportunities in the field of palliative care. Located in the heart of the community, this role allows for meaningful engagement with patients and families, making a real difference in their lives while working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
