Bank Chef

Spire Alexandra Hospital is looking for an experienced Chef to join our friendly Bank team. This flexible role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing high-quality meals, maintaining excellent food hygiene standards, and working in a professional healthcare setting.

As part of our catering team, you'll help deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to patients, staff and consultants while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the hospital kitchen.

Spire Alexandra Hospital provides expert private healthcare services to patients across Medway, Kent and the South East. Our modern hospital features two fully equipped operating theatres, an extended recovery unit and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.

• Preparing and cooking freshly made meals to a high standard.
• Assisting with food preparation, including vegetable preparation and ingredient handling.
• Serving food and beverages to patients, staff, consultants and visitors.
• Supporting catering services in both the restaurant and ward areas as required.
• Managing stock rotation, date checks and ensuring food is stored safely.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
• Following all health and safety policies and procedures.

• Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook.
• NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience working in a busy catering environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Well organised, reliable and adaptable.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service and quality food.

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible working patterns to fit around your availability
• Access to Spire Healthcare pension scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Smart Spending discounts through Spire for You
• Wellbeing support and resources
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Comprehensive induction and mandatory training
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

At Spire Healthcare, our people make the difference. We're dedicated to creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to do their best work.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Caring is our passion
• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

If you're a passionate Chef looking for flexible work in a rewarding healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you.