Priory

Part-time Chef

Priory  •  £5.93/hr  •  Onsite  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Part-time Chef

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Nelson House

Compensation: £11,857 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Nelson House

£29,645

Part Time - 15 Hours

Priory Hospital Nelson House as an opportunity for a Chef to join our team. This role is offered on a Part Time basis working 15 hours per week on a rota basis. The pro rata salary is £11,857.99 per annum.

This role offers a flexible part-time shift pattern, including every other weekend working with additional weekday shifts on Mondays or Fridays. The typical rota consists of one week working Monday, Saturday and Sunday, followed by the following week working Friday only. There may also be opportunities to provide additional cover for holidays, training, and occasional sickness. Shifts are 10:15am–6:15pm Monday to Saturday and 9:30am–5:30pm on Sundays. Please note, there will be some lone working required on Saturdays.

Priory Hospital Nelson House, Gosport, Hampshire is a rehabilitation service offering level 1 and level 2 care for males with mental health conditions and complex needs, including behaviours that challenge and substance misuse issues. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Rowner Road and Portsmouth Harbour railway station approximately 3–4 miles from the service.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

You'll play a key role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for our patients, colleagues and visitors. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll help plan, prepare and cook meals while ensuring all dietary requirements, food allergen guidance and food safety standards are met.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

  • NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent catering qualification.
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards).
  • Knowledge of food allergens and specialist dietary requirements.
  • Experience working in a professional kitchen environment.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • A passion for delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

  • Free on-site parking
  • Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
  • Access to development opportunities
  • Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
  • Leadership & management development
  • Long service award
  • Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Priory

About Priory

Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK.

We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible.

We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites.

We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.

With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.

Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
, GB
Year Founded
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