Assistant Chef
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
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| Salary: | from £27,476 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Macclesfield, SK10 3DR |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Purpose Deputise in the absence of the head chef to respond to catering requests and ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. Prepare hot and cold dishes as per specifications to a high standard. (Measured by customer feedback and audit). Keep the kitchen equipment in a clean, organised, and tidy state. Offer feedback, recipe, and menu ideas to the head chef. Be willing to take on extra responsibility as and when required under guidance. Be prepared to develop a working understanding of potential symptoms and conditions which may impact diet, nutrition, and food preparation. Demonstrate an interest in modern cooking techniques, current food trends and seasonal produce making suggestions and contributing to meetings and discussions. Control of Infection Prevention and management of infection is the responsibility of all members of staff and volunteers working at East Cheshire Hospice and forms an integral element of patient safety programmes. Where control of infection regimes are in force they are to be complied with at all times and staff are reminded of the importance of maintaining a high standard of personal and environmental hygiene and to follow local protocols.