Head Chef

What you'll be doing:

🌟 We're Hiring: Head Chef – Private Hospital 🌟
📍 Location: Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
🕒 Full-Time, 37.5 HPW | £17.50 PH

Are you a passionate, experienced Head Chef ready to make a real difference through food? Join our team in our prestigious private hospital in Great Missenden where your culinary expertise will directly impact patient recovery and staff well-being.

🍽 What You'll Do:

• Lead our kitchen team to deliver nutritious, delicious meals for:

  • Patients – approx. 200 meals per week, tailored to specific dietary needs.

  • Restaurant diners – staff, visitors & patients, approx. 1500 meals per week.

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation.

• Collaborate with dietitians and clinical staff to design and execute specialized menus.

• Drive innovation and variety in the staff/visitor restaurant while maintaining cost efficiency.

👩‍🍳 What We're Looking For:

• A qualified and experienced Head Chef with strong leadership skills.

• Proven track record in high-volume catering, ideally in healthcare, hospitality or contract catering.

• Passion for nutrition, wellness, and customer service.

• Exceptional understanding of food safety (HACCP) and allergen regulations.

💼 What We Offer:

• A stable, supportive working environment in a respected healthcare setting.

• Access to training and development, including clinical nutrition insights.

• Company pension, meals on duty, uniform provided, and more.

Be a part of something meaningful — where your food fuels recovery and community.