Bank Chef - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank Chef - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust The closing date is 31 December 2026 Apply for this job 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. 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 Details Date posted 05 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £18.08 an hour Hourly rate includes WTD Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number C9290-26-1154 Job locations Charing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road London W6 8RF United Kingdom Hammersmith Hospital Du Cane Road London W12 0HS United Kingdom St Mary's Hospital Praed Street London W2 1NY United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities 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. Job description Job responsibilities What We're Looking For Positive, flexibl