£20,656.77 to £22,607.68 per annum (dependent on experience), plus pay enhancements for weekend working
Interviews will be arranged on an ad‑hoc basis; we encourage early applications as this role may close at any time.
About Us
St Catherine’s Hospice is a respected local charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.
We provide care in communities across Surrey and Sussex which are richly diverse and we want to reflect that in everything we do. We celebrate and support difference and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
About You
Are you a dedicated Chef that would value maintaining high standards and exceptional service? Would you find it rewarding to prepare a variety of meals to support individual needs and make a difference when it matters most?
We are seeking an organised, reliable and compassionate individual with strong knowledge of food safety and a willingness to develop and support our friendly team.
We would welcome applications from both experienced Chefs and those at the beginning of their careers who hold relevant qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Kitchen Lead in the smooth running of the kitchen and delivery of hospice catering services
- Organise, prepare and present breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and refreshments for patients and their visitors
- Set out and communicate a daily work plan for yourself and the kitchen team
- Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety in all aspects of kitchen operations
- Provide supervision, coaching and assistance to Catering Assistants and Volunteer Kitchen Assistants and lead them by example, working collaboratively with your kitchen colleagues, IPU team and the wider hospice team
The Role
This post is offered on a part‑time, permanent basis, working 30 hours per week across four shifts per week, with alternative weekends. Our shifts are 7.30am‑3.30pm and 11am‑7pm. The rota offers excellent work‑life balance, with consistent day shifts and every other weekend off, with enhancements paid for weekend working.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to purchase or sell annual leave days. A day off is also offered for volunteering and moving house.
- Generous Pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions or honour of NHS pension.
- Life Assurance Scheme, Counselling Offering, and a range of discounts.
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay.
Experience & Qualifications
Food Hygiene qualification of at least Level 2.
Terms & Conditions
- This role is subject to a Standard DBS check. By applying you confirm you have read the Enhanced Check Privacy Policy for applicants https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-privacy-policies and understand how DBS will process your personal data and the options available for submitting an application.
- Must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; no visa sponsorship available.
- All roles at St Catherine’s require completion of mandatory E‑learning training and ongoing compliance throughout employment.
Location
Grace Holland Avenue, Pease Pottage, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9SL. Accessible by car, bus, bike or walking.
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