Chef

Job Introduction

You will be working for the prestigious Imperial Private Patients which cover 3 hospitals across London which are Charing Cross , Hammersmith Hospital , and The Lindo wing.

You will mainly be based at Charing Cross Hospitals Thames View Ward on the 15^th Floor where we have a 5 star al a cart menu which is all fresh cooked on the day so you will require some cooking and baking skills.

Recipes and allergens will all be supplied on a seasonal basis and you will be mainly focusing on the preparation and service of the food working along side the hostesses to ensure the presentation of the food is of the highest standard.

We have a diverse clientele from all parts of the globe and mainly deal with Embassy patients from the middle east so a knowledge of different cultural foods will be positive factor to the correct candidate.

Your role will also include placing weekly orders for food items and the weekly stock take. You will also work closely with the head chef in the daily running of the kitchen and ensuring the service and the kitchen staff are all giving their best and making sure the customer service from a catering perspective is a priority which is expected in Private Patients.

Role Responsibility

• Plan, cost and document menus in keeping with agreed budgeted levels
• Ensure stock levels are kept to the agreed establishment targets and supplies are ordered from nominated suppliers
• Monitor and maintain consistent methods of food preparation, production, presentation and service for all meals and ensure they comply with Sodexo’s standards and procedures and meet the agreed specification of the contract(s).
• Assist the Head Chef with operating costs, margins, controls and menu costing to ensure Sodexo is achieving optimum profit.
• Ensure that all goods are correctly and quickly stored away on a ‘first in first out’ basis and comply with Health and Safety regulations
• Comply with all Company & Client policies and procedures, site rules and statutory regulations including Health & Safety, food hygiene, safe working practices, cleanliness, fire and COSHH. This will include your awareness of any specific hazards in your work place.
• To ensure the prompt and efficient preparation and service of all meals and breaks at the required time..
• Ensure that temperatures of fridges, freezers and hot cupboards/serveries are monitored and recorded in line with Company regulations and the Food Safety Act
• To ensure that all food is prepared with due care and attention, particularly in regard to customers’ special dietary requirements: for example, nut, dairy or wheat allergies.

The Ideal Candidate

The right candidate must be flexible around business needs, be highly passionate about food and cooking. You will have a very positive attitude towards your career, work and colleagues and enjoy being a part of a medium sized Kitchen brigade. You will show attention to detail at all times and work efficiently to the company standards required as directed by the Head Chef.

• Previous experience of being a Chef de Partie
• Ability to achieve and set standards and operate to performance criteria, with particular regard to hygiene
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexible approach to the role and be self-motivated
• Innovation and creativity
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staff
• Good time management and organisational skills

Package Description

You will be working for the prestigious Imperial Private Patients which cover 3 hospitals across London which are Charing Cross , Hammersmith Hospital , and The Lindo wing.

You will mainly be based at Charing Cross Hospitals Thames View Ward on the 15^th Floor where we have a 5 star al a cart menu which is all fresh cooked on the day so you will require some cooking and baking skills.

Recipes and allergens will all be supplied on a seasonal basis and you will be mainly focusing on the preparation and service of the food working along side the hostesses to ensure the presentation of the food is of the highest standard.

We have a diverse clientele from all parts of the globe and mainly deal with Embassy patients from the middle east so a knowledge of different cultural foods will be positive factor to the correct candidate.

Your role will also include placing weekly orders for food items and the weekly stock take. You will also work closely with the head chef in the daily running of the kitchen and ensuring the service and the kitchen staff are all giving their best and making sure the customer service from a catering perspective is a priority which is expected in Private Patients.

About the Company

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young persons and vulnerable adults. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors.

With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.