Bank Chef - Imperial College Healthcare NHS TrustNHS

Job summary

Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank

Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making a difference to patients' experiences? Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank as a Chef and play a vital role in supporting patient care across one of the UK's leading NHS trusts.

As a Chef, you'll have the flexibility to choose shifts that suit you while working as part of a dedicated team committed to work in conjunction with the ward and kitchen to provide a high quality, helpful and courteous service to patients and staff to include the preparation of food, cooked to order using fresh ingredients, service and presentation of breakfast, lunch, dinner and hospitality.

Whilst promoting their core values: Kind. Expert. Collaborative. Aspirational, making this a rewarding role where you can have a real impact every day.

Ensure all work undertaken is in line with health, safety, security and Trust policies and procedures.

Main duties of the job

What You'll Be Doing

Prepare and serve meals to patients, staff, and visitors.

Follow recipes, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Support menu planning and special dietary requirements.

Supervise food production and stock rotation.

Maintain clean, safe, and organised kitchen areas.

Ensure equipment is used safely and reported when faulty.

Deliver meals on time and to the required standard.

Monitor food quality, temperatures, and cleaning records.

Assist with stock deliveries and storage.

Record food wastage and check food expiry dates.

Support the day-to-day running of the catering service.

Train and support new team members.

Handle customer feedback and resolve issues professionally.

Build positive working relationships across the Trust.

Comply with Trust policies, health & safety, and food hygiene regulations.

Participate in training, meetings, and personal development activities.

Job description

What We're Looking For

Positive, flexible, and professional approach to work.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good organisational and time management skills.

Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Respectful, reliable, and committed to high standards of service.

Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and customers.

Able to meet the requirements of the role with reasonable adjustments where applicable.

About us

Why Join the Bank?

Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle

Choose the shifts that work for you

Competitive hourly rates

Gain valuable experience within a leading NHS Trust

Work as part of a supportive and friendly team

Make a meaningful contribution to patient care and recovery