Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Chef Manager

The closing date is 25 September 2025

Job summary

St Ann's and Alderney Hospital are looking for a experienced Chef who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference. The ideal candidate will have passion for culinary excellence, strong leadership abilities and the ability to problem solve and the ability to build relationships.

As Chef manager you will have full operational control and financial responsibility including the staff dining rooms for the two sites reporting into the area facilities manager.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Supervising and supporting the two catering teams, ensuring the day to day operation is smooth running.

Recruiting, managing and training catering teams

Planning of menus, orders, deliveries and Budget control

Managing food safety, Health & Safety , COSHH and allergens legislation

Requirement

Desirable - Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or Willingness to Undertake

Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food production and culinary techniques

Excellent leadership and supervisory skills

Understanding of HACCP, allergen regulations, COSHH

IT Skills/Computer Competence

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-S108.25

Job locations

St Anns Hospital and Alderney Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please see the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please see the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge,Skills and Training

Essential

  • Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent certificate plus knowledge for special diets acquired through training and experience
  • Food Hygiene level 3 Certificate
  • HACCP level 2 certificate
  • Experience of menu planning
  • Understanding of therapeutic diets
  • Understanding of health and safety procedures, HACCP, COSHH

Finances and Resources

Essential

  • Clear understanding of Finance and Budget responsibility

Information Technology

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of computers

Managerial & Supervisory Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a managerial, leadership or supervisory role

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

  • High level of drive, self-motivation and energy to see tasks and projects through to conclusion
  • Ability to motivate and influence others and manage resistance to change
Person Specification

Knowledge,Skills and Training

Essential

  • Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent certificate plus knowledge for special diets acquired through training and experience
  • Food Hygiene level 3 Certificate
  • HACCP level 2 certificate
  • Experience of menu planning
  • Understanding of therapeutic diets
  • Understanding of health and safety procedures, HACCP, COSHH

Finances and Resources

Essential

  • Clear understanding of Finance and Budget responsibility

Information Technology

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of computers

Managerial & Supervisory Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a managerial, leadership or supervisory role

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

  • High level of drive, self-motivation and energy to see tasks and projects through to conclusion
  • Ability to motivate and influence others and manage resistance to change

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Anns Hospital and Alderney Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Anns Hospital and Alderney Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Area Manager

Tracey McDonagh

traceylouise.mcdonagh@nhs.net

07827239349

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-S108.25

Job locations

St Anns Hospital and Alderney Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN


Supporting documents

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