Job DescriptionChef Location: Oaks Hospital, Colchester Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time Shift Patterns: We run a 7-day service, and the shift pattern will be 7.5 hours per day over 5 days rostered into a 7-day working week.The Role:An exciting opportunity for a qualified Chef has arisen for our Oaks hospital, based in Colchester.As Chef, you will be working alongside our Head Chef, and long-established team, you will be responsible for the development and provision of high quality freshly made nutritious meals served to our patients and staff daily. The role includes supervising Catering Assistants and being responsible for all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef. You will be confident self-motivated with previous experience in a fast-paced catering environment. It is essential to have a passion for creating good food to a high standard with a very high standard of food safety and excellent customer service.Responsibilities:Skilled in various cooking techniques and are responsible for preparing and cooking food to the highest standards with precision and creativity.Ensure that all dishes meet the established standards of taste, presentation, and quality.Assist the head chef with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. This involves organising and coordinating workflow, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.Help mentor and train kitchen staff. Share knowledge and provide guidance to en