KIMS Hospital is the largest independent hospital in Kent and we are recruiting.

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie who is looking for a role with less unsociable hours. KIMS Hospital are looking for a qualified Chef de Partie who is passionate about producing excellent quality food for a patients and staff. Unlike most Chef positions you will work 8 hour shifts between the hours of 06.30 and 19.15, that means no more working late Friday and Saturday nights. You will be required to work approximately one in four weekends.

As a Chef de Partie you will be responsible for assisting the head chef and sous chef in the kitchen operation and ensure the company’s reputation for food quality is maintained at all times.

This role is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week.

Role Responsibilities include:

To plan, prepare and cook menu items as directed by Chef manager and Head Chef
To assist in the development and planning of menus developing new styles of service and concepts in the location
To carry out the smooth and efficient running of your section as appropriate
To ensure that customers are given a prompt and efficient service at all times
To compile all food orders for sections under your supervision

The successful Chef de Partie will:

Hold an NVQ qualification in catering or equivalent
Have experience working within a commercial kitchen
Possess a Food hygiene Certificate
Have a demonstrable passion for food and service.
Have a demonstrable ability to plan ahead and use their initiative
Have excellent communication skills, both written and oral

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:

Competitive Salary
Free Secure Staff Parking
Pension Scheme
Private Health Insurance
33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
Life Assurance
Annual Flu Vaccination
Free Eye Test

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

KIMS Hospital encourage and support the vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defense against COVID19, keeping both our patients and employees safe.

Whilst we make every effort to contact all candidates we often receive a high volume of applications. if you do not receive a reply within 1 working week, please assume you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. Previous applicants need not apply.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Juliet would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 538114 or email juliet.shand@kims.org.uk.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check