Job Description

Providing quality, inspiring innovation and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients with mental health illness to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.



An opportunity has arisen for a full time chef at Priory Hospital Burgess Hill. We require the successful candidate to be able to work Wednesday-Sunday, (days off in the week can be negotiated) from 9am-5pm.



Our chefs provide a high quality service to our patients through the creation, presentation and delivery of meals. Working within a senior capacity within the catering team the successful candidate will assist with planning, preparation and cooking of meals.



You will be responsible for following our company Health and Safety policies and procedures, monitoring quality whilst ensuring high levels of service.



What we need from you?

Numerate, literate and qualified to NVQ2 or equivalent & basic qualification in food hygiene.

Organises and priorities own workload within established procedures Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to monitor costs and liaise with suppliers Good organisation and time management Knowledge of specialised diets may be required (Dysphagia, Allergens, etc.) First class customer service skills

What we can give you?

25 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays (this increases to 27 days after 5 years) Birthday Leave Continued Professional Development 1 Meals whilst on duty Free parking on site A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPP) Employee Assistance Programme * A full induction training programme (fully paid)