Chef
The closing date is 10 August 2025
Job summary
We are recruiting for a Chef to join our team.
You will be responsible for producing a high Quality cook freeze product, in this NHS exemplar site kitchen, preparing good quality multi portion meals to be delivered to our other sites in SHFT, to help in our client's recovery.
Your work pattern will be working 5 days over 7 but mainly working Monday to Friday, however on occasions you may have to cover weekend duties, and alternative days off will be given during the week, you will have some limited supervision of junior staff.
We use locally sourced seasonal products whenever possible. You will need to have an in depth knowledge of special diets and allergen awareness to ensure our clients get the meal that is right for them.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to show flair and imagination to help develop the retail side within the department especially with chef's specials of the day and themed events to help prevent menu fatigue, and in developing menu items within budgetary restraints for inclusion on future seasonal menu's.
You will need to keep accurate records of all food produced to ensure HACCP principles are adhered to.
The post holder is responsible for the delivery of meals on a day to day basis in order to provide an effective, efficient and customer focussed service which meets the changing needs of the Trusts' managers, employees and members of the public.
We are looking for someone that has experience of producing food in large quantities and to exacting standards by diligently following set recipes.
As a team player, you'll be able to prioritise your work in order to meet deadlines and have a customer focused approach. Previous experience of working within a large catering environment is essential.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Details
Date posted
28 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year Occasional weekend enhancements when cover is needed
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
348-FME-8653
Job locations
Gosport War Memorial Hospital
Bury Road
Gosport
Hampshire
PO12 3PW
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gosport War Memorial Hospital
Bury Road
Gosport
Hampshire
PO12 3PW
Employer's website
https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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