Practice Plus Group

Chef

The closing date is 31 January 2026

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient  

If you are a Chef with the understanding how busy kitchen operates then we could have just the role for you.

Are you newly qualified or established in your career and fancy a change? We are currently looking for a Chef to join our  Catering Team at the Practice Plus Hospital Birmingham, and we want to hear from you!

Working 37.5 hours a week, the role is to assist the Head Chef with the management, development and delivery of all aspects of the catering service within the Hospital.

Ensuring that the preparation and presentation of food complies with the required standards and costs are controlled within budget whilst maximising the customer experience through the production of interesting and creative menus.

This is not your typical hospital food. We pride ourselves on creating fresh and delicious food for our patients and staff, and have the space to create varied and exciting meals!

 

Main duties of the job

  • To assist the Head Chef with ensuring that all equipment used in the department is in good working order and is used appropriately.
  • To assist the Head Chef to ensure stock levels are maintained and that re-ordering of equipment and stores are in line with company policy and within department budget

What you can expect in return

  • An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
  • Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
  • Varied career development opportunities
  • Increased days of annual leave with years of service.

About us

We are looking for someone who has a strong understanding of and can insure that systems are in place so that all staff are aware and can work in accordance with legislation and Company policies pertaining to Health and Safety, COSHH and infection control. You'll have great interpersonal skills and will be able to deputise in the absence on the Head Chef, planning and organising to provide an efficient service.

Everything we do is focused on providing a high standard of safe and effective patient care. When youre part of the Practice Plus Group team, you dont just have a job. You have a career. We work with you to help you grow in your role and take your career in the direction you want to go. If you want to move up the ladder, well support you. If you just want to stay in your role, thats fine too. Well help you be the best you can be.  To apply for the role click on the link below. If you have any questions contact  rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com We will contact all shortlisted candidate but please note Practice Plus group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,778.01 a year £26,778.01 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

13727

Job locations

22 Somerset Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B152QD


Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient  

If you are a Chef with the understanding how busy kitchen operates then we could have just the role for you.

Are you newly qualified or established in your career and fancy a change? We are currently looking for a Chef to join our  Catering Team at the Practice Plus Hospital Birmingham, and we want to hear from you!

Working 37.5 hours a week, the role is to assist the Head Chef with the management, development and delivery of all aspects of the catering service within the Hospital.

Ensuring that the preparation and presentation of food complies with the required standards and costs are controlled within budget whilst maximising the customer experience through the production of interesting and creative menus.

This is not your typical hospital food. We pride ourselves on creating fresh and delicious food for our patients and staff, and have the space to create varied and exciting meals!

 

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient  

If you are a Chef with the understanding how busy kitchen operates then we could have just the role for you.

Are you newly qualified or established in your career and fancy a change? We are currently looking for a Chef to join our  Catering Team at the Practice Plus Hospital Birmingham, and we want to hear from you!

Working 37.5 hours a week, the role is to assist the Head Chef with the management, development and delivery of all aspects of the catering service within the Hospital.

Ensuring that the preparation and presentation of food complies with the required standards and costs are controlled within budget whilst maximising the customer experience through the production of interesting and creative menus.

This is not your typical hospital food. We pride ourselves on creating fresh and delicious food for our patients and staff, and have the space to create varied and exciting meals!

 

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Experience

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Experience

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

Desirable

  • working as a chef in a busy environment

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

22 Somerset Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B152QD


Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

22 Somerset Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B152QD


Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition

Rebecca Stevens

rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,778.01 a year £26,778.01 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

13727

Job locations

22 Somerset Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B152QD


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