Chef - Street Restaurant

Job Summary

Northampton General Hospital is looking for a skilled Chef to become part of our dedicated team in the main restaurant. Bring genuine passion for food, strong creativity, excellent organisation, and a flexible approach, with an interest in innovative cuisine, street‑food influences, and high‑quality hospitality. You will provide good quality food to the required standard at the correct times every day, and maintain the kitchen and all related areas to the required level of hygiene, completing all appropriate daily documentation.

• Make sure food produced is done within HACCP & food safety guidelines, and record accurately to ensure prompt and efficient service.
• Assist the Head Chef with stock taking, buffet and function preparation, and any related administrative duties.
• Maintain kitchen and related areas to the required hygiene standards, completing all appropriate daily documentation.
• Check food stores and ensure correct storage of products.
• Actively combat waste and record all waste correctly, keeping food wastage to a minimum.
• Wear protective clothing in line with policy, and use approved safe methods when lifting and handling.
• Lead by example, guiding and directing staff in the team and conducting yourself in a respectful and professional manner.
• Report any work difficulties, potential hazards, or equipment defects promptly to the responsible line manager.
• Assist in the checking of food stores and correct storage of products.
• Clean up any spillage or spoilage that may occur as part of “clean as you go” working practices.
• Complete any other reasonable requests related to tasks identified by the Head Chef or Deputy Catering Manager.

• NVQ Level 2 and Food Safety Awareness (HACCP & COSHH).
• Delivered a Service in a similar role, ability to perform well under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Recognised catering craft skills, strong culinary skills & a genuine passion for cooking.
• Catering experience & team engagement.
• Strong culinary skills.

• Bakery experience.
• Patissier & confectionary.
• Nutritional awareness.

Date posted: 13 January 2026
Pay scheme:
Agenda for change
Band:
Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year, pro rata

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern:
Full‑time
Reference number: 265‑7597068 COR
Job locations:
Northampton General Hospital, Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BD

UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved a Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. We support an inclusive and collaborative environment and actively recognise the valuable contribution of the Armed Forces community.

Employer name:
Northampton General Hospital
Employer address:
Northampton General Hospital, Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BD
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