Job summary
Are you an NVQ Level 2 qualified Chef looking for flexible work that truly makes a difference?Whether youre building experience, returning to the workforce, or simply looking to pick up additional shifts, this bank role offers meaningful, rewarding work in a caring environment.
Main duties of the job
Were looking for a compassionate and motivated Chef to join our Facilities team on anasandwhen basis, supporting our kitchen during periods of annual leave, sickness, or increased service demand. Youll help prepare nutritious, homecooked meals for patients, visitors, volunteers, and colleaguescontributing directly to the warm, supportive atmosphere our hospice is known for.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys flexible working and wants to use their culinary skills to make a positive impact
About us
The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 3 (aligned with AFC) £12.94 - £13.80 per hour,
Contract: As & When basis
Based: Cardiff and the Vale Hospice
What's in it for you:
- Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Access toindustryleading trainingand ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to gain experience within a respected healthcare organisation
- Blue Light Card
- BenefitHub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance
- Pension schemes
- Support with travel, tech, and cycle loans
- Eyecare scheme
- Parental and sick leave policies (pro rata)
What we are looking for:
- NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking(or equivalent City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2) essential requirement
- Strong cooking skills with the ability to prepare varied, highquality menus
- A caring, adaptable approach and excellent customer service
- Experience in catering environments; healthcare experience is welcome but not required
- Confidence working independently and taking responsibility for kitchen operations during shifts
Application Process
- Close date for applications:23rd February 2026
- Interview Dates:TBC
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Julie Campbell atJulie.Campbell@mariecurie.org.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 3 (aligned with AFC) £12.94 - £13.80 per hour,
Contract: As & When basis
Based: Cardiff and the Vale Hospice
What's in it for you:
- Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Access toindustryleading trainingand ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to gain experience within a respected healthcare organisation
- Blue Light Card
- BenefitHub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance
- Pension schemes
- Support with travel, tech, and cycle loans
- Eyecare scheme
- Parental and sick leave policies (pro rata)
What we are looking for:
- NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Cooking(or equivalent City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2) essential requirement
- Strong cooking skills with the ability to prepare varied, highquality menus
- A caring, adaptable approach and excellent customer service
- Experience in catering environments; healthcare experience is welcome but not required
- Confidence working independently and taking responsibility for kitchen operations during shifts
Application Process
- Close date for applications:23rd February 2026
- Interview Dates:TBC
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Julie Campbell atJulie.Campbell@mariecurie.org.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Experience
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Additional criteria
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Experience
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Additional criteria
Essential
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Desirable
- The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
