Chef
| Posting date: | 28 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,510.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27510.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 December 2025 |
| Location: | York, YO32 9UN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0358-25-0029 |
Summary
Priory Hospital Stockton is looking to recruit a chef to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7 days working every 4th weekend shift times are 6.30am 2.30pm or 10.30am 6.30pm weekdays. 6.30am 6.30pm weekends. 3 consecutive days off when working weekend.Priory Stockton Hall is a long-serving medium secure hospital based in a quiet but well-connected village near the historic city of York. It serves the local Provider Collaborative and multiple National Collaboratives, depending on clinical need, and has had a long-running record of successful patient pathways. What you'll be doing Youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesnt involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here. Undertakes the planning, preparation and cooking of meals, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit. Ensuring operational standards comply with the companys Food Safety policies and guidelines and statutory regulations. Takes full shift responsibility for the catering operation (in the absence of the Head Chef). Ensures the cost-effective and efficient control of stock including placing orders for food products and the checking/reconciliation of deliveries You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. Experience within a professional kitchen environment Experience producing meals for large groups on time and to budget For more information about the role, you can emailHRStocktonHall@priorygroup.com What we will give you in return Subsidised meals Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses