Job summary
We are looking for a Mobile Chef (Band 3) to join our Catering Team, working 30 hours per week across a 7-day rota, including weekends and bank holidays. You will provide high-quality, freshly prepared meals for patients at multiple locations, including Hopewood, Lings Bar Hospital, and The Wells Road Centre. Shifts will fall between 07:00 and 18:30, . A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to travel between sites. If you are hardworking, energetic, and passionate about delivering nutritious, wholesome food, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the provision of the patient by undertaking specific outlined and approved processes and procedures to ensure the quality and food safety of meals at service are safe and appropriate and within the guidelines of food hygiene legislation.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will ensure full compliance with the Catering Food Safety Manual, Trust policies and procedures, the Food Safety Act, and all relevant Food Hygiene Regulations.
You will act as a key point of contact between the catering service and clinical areas, providing support and information regarding patient meals and menus. This includes addressing any issues, managing specific dietary requirements, and ensuring accurate allergen information is communicated.
Applicants should hold a recognised catering or support services qualification, or demonstrate substantial, proven experience and knowledge of chef and catering operations.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Please note: This post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled Worker visa. Successful applicants without prior NHS experience will normally start at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. For more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility, visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will ensure full compliance with the Catering Food Safety Manual, Trust policies and procedures, the Food Safety Act, and all relevant Food Hygiene Regulations.
You will act as a key point of contact between the catering service and clinical areas, providing support and information regarding patient meals and menus. This includes addressing any issues, managing specific dietary requirements, and ensuring accurate allergen information is communicated.
Applicants should hold a recognised catering or support services qualification, or demonstrate substantial, proven experience and knowledge of chef and catering operations.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Please note: This post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled Worker visa. Successful applicants without prior NHS experience will normally start at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. For more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility, visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Intermediate level of knowledge or experience to City & Guilds Lvl 2 / work towards apprenticeship Lvl 2 standards
Desirable
- City & Guilds 706/1 or equivalent (NVQ/Apprenticeship Level 2)
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience as a qualified chef
- Ability to cook small and large quantities including special diets
- Experience in quality monitoring of food production
- Experience in ordering supplies
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Accurately complete documentation
Desirable
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Computer literate
Training
Essential
- C.I.E.H Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
Desirable
- Level 3 Food Safety certificate
- Computer literate
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Shift Work
- Willingness to Learn
- Reliable and Flexible
Desirable
- To attend training as and when required on other sites within the Nottinghamshire NHS Trust
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Intermediate level of knowledge or experience to City & Guilds Lvl 2 / work towards apprenticeship Lvl 2 standards
Desirable
- City & Guilds 706/1 or equivalent (NVQ/Apprenticeship Level 2)
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience as a qualified chef
- Ability to cook small and large quantities including special diets
- Experience in quality monitoring of food production
- Experience in ordering supplies
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Accurately complete documentation
Desirable
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Computer literate
Training
Essential
- C.I.E.H Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
Desirable
- Level 3 Food Safety certificate
- Computer literate
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Shift Work
- Willingness to Learn
- Reliable and Flexible
Desirable
- To attend training as and when required on other sites within the Nottinghamshire NHS Trust
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role
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.
