Priory Healthcare

Chef

The closing date is 31 January 2026

Job summary

 

The hospital is comprised of three inpatient units, providing specialist care for adults with range of mental health challenges and addictions.

Altrincham also provides established, evidence-based outpatient treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and bipolar disorder.

Main duties of the job

Youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesnt involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

  • Undertakes the planning, preparation and cooking of meals, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.
  • Ensuring operational standards comply with the companys Food Safety policies and guidelines and statutory regulations.
  • Takes full shift responsibility for the catering operation (in the absence of the Head Chef).
  • Ensures the cost-effective and efficient control of stock including placing orders for food products and the checking/reconciliation of deliveries.
  • Monitors and adapts food production ensuring that there is a minimum amount of wasted food.

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. 

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,510 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436238

Job locations

Rappax Road

Hale

Manchester

Greater Manchester

WA15 0NU


Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Altrincham is looking to recruit a Chef to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours. 

 

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Altrincham is looking to recruit a Chef to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours. 

 

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will be numerate, literate, and qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, with a basic qualification in food hygiene.

Desirable

  • They should be capable of organising and prioritising their own workload within established procedures, demonstrating excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role requires the ability to monitor costs, liaise effectively with suppliers, and maintain strong organisational and time management abilities. Knowledge of specialised diets, such as those for individuals with dysphagia or allergies, may also be necessary. Providing first-class customer service is essential. Candidates should have experience working within a professional kitchen environment and a proven track record of producing meals for large groups efficiently, on time, and within budget.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will be numerate, literate, and qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, with a basic qualification in food hygiene.

Desirable

  • They should be capable of organising and prioritising their own workload within established procedures, demonstrating excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role requires the ability to monitor costs, liaise effectively with suppliers, and maintain strong organisational and time management abilities. Knowledge of specialised diets, such as those for individuals with dysphagia or allergies, may also be necessary. Providing first-class customer service is essential. Candidates should have experience working within a professional kitchen environment and a proven track record of producing meals for large groups efficiently, on time, and within budget.

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

Priory Healthcare

Address

Rappax Road

Hale

Manchester

Greater Manchester

WA15 0NU


Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

Rappax Road

Hale

Manchester

Greater Manchester

WA15 0NU


Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chef

Olivia St John-Synclair

oliviacorris@priorygroup.com

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,510 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436238

Job locations

Rappax Road

Hale

Manchester

Greater Manchester

WA15 0NU


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