About the role

Head Chef – Nuffield Health: The Vale Hospital

Salary: £28,857 per year

Hours: 37.5 per week, worked across 5 days in 7

Weekend pattern: You’ll only be scheduled for 1 weekend in every 3, ensuring plenty of regular weekends free

Overtime: Extra overtime shifts are available for those who want them

Benefits: Free parking, free meal on shift, sociable hours

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What You’ll Do

• Lead the on‑site catering team
• Prepare and cook meals to recipe and quality standards
• Contribute to menu planning and recipe development
• Support, guide, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, hygiene, COSHH, and fire safety regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

What You Bring

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 (or equivalent)
• Level 3 Food Safety
• Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach

What we offer

Working at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Parents & Carers, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Location

Hensol, United Kingdom, CF72 8JX

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