Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef has arisen for our Oaks hospital, based in Colchester.
As Chef, you will be working alongside our Head Chef and Second chef, and long established team, you will be responsible for the development and provision of high quality freshly made nutritious meals served to our patients and staff on a daily basis.
The role includes supervising Catering Assistants and being responsible for the all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef/Sec
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef has arisen for our Oaks hospital, based in Colchester.
As Chef, you will be working alongside our Head Chef and Second chef, and long established team, you will be responsible for the development and provision of high quality freshly made nutritious meals served to our patients and staff on a daily basis.
The role includes supervising Catering Assistants and being responsible for the all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef/Second Chef.
You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.
About us
Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France.
Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities.
Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery.
Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS.
Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Chef
Location: Oaks Hospital, Colchester
Hours: 37.5 hours per week - (Monday to Sunday Shifts)
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary:
Oaks Hospital is one of Essex's leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatments and services.
Located on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994 and currently has 57 bedrooms including three twin-bedded rooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy throughout your stay.
Staff are friendly and professional and respect individual patient needs at all times. Oaks Hospital has a tradition of working closely with Consultants and patients to ensure the best quality healthcare is consistently being delivered.
The Role:
An exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef has arisen for our Oaks hospital, based in Colchester.
As Chef, you will be working alongside our Head Chef and Second chef, and long established team, you will be responsible for the development and provision of high quality freshly made nutritious meals served to our patients and staff on a daily basis.
The role includes supervising Catering Assistants and being responsible for the all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef/Second Chef.
You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.
Benefits:
25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata)Buy & Sell Flexi Leave OptionsPrivate Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying periodEnhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GPLife Assurance (Death in Service)Free Training and Development via the AcademyFree Parking on site for workers (where possible)Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portalBook discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portalThe Blue Light Card Scheme
About Us:
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.
We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.
We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Chef
Location: Oaks Hospital, Colchester
Hours: 37.5 hours per week - (Monday to Sunday Shifts)
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary:
Oaks Hospital is one of Essex's leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatments and services.
Located on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994 and currently has 57 bedrooms including three twin-bedded rooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy throughout your stay.
Staff are friendly and professional and respect individual patient needs at all times. Oaks Hospital has a tradition of working closely with Consultants and patients to ensure the best quality healthcare is consistently being delivered.
The Role:
An exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef has arisen for our Oaks hospital, based in Colchester.
As Chef, you will be working alongside our Head Chef and Second chef, and long established team, you will be responsible for the development and provision of high quality freshly made nutritious meals served to our patients and staff on a daily basis.
The role includes supervising Catering Assistants and being responsible for the all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef/Second Chef.
You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.
Benefits:
25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata)Buy & Sell Flexi Leave OptionsPrivate Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying periodEnhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GPLife Assurance (Death in Service)Free Training and Development via the AcademyFree Parking on site for workers (where possible)Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portalBook discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portalThe Blue Light Card Scheme
About Us:
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.
We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.
We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.
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.