Chef de Partie

The Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialties. The Catering Department provides a range of services across the hospital and is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice patient services.

The role is responsible for the provision of quality service in line with catering standards. As a key member of the Catering team, the commisChef assists in the smooth running of the catering function and supports the provision of quality patient care. The position requires a collaborative and supportive approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the implementation of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

•  Assist senior chefs in the preparation and service of food to patients, staffs and visitors.
•  Comply with HACCP requirements including temperature controls and cleaning record.
•  Maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.
• Clearly label and date and any opened produce.
• Participate in and comply with requirements of Accreditation process and other quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care. 

Essential Requirements

• Working towards Chef qualification - City & Guilds 1 and 2 / NTCB 1 and 2 / FETAC
• Thorough knowledge of HACCP including good hygiene practices
• Two years' experience

Desirable

• HACCP Qualifications
• Leaving Certificate
• Previous hospital/healthcare experience

Why work at the Hermitage Clinic

The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from: 

• Competitive salary
• An Education Support Programme
• Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Subsidised Restaurant
• Free staff car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance

The Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you require assistance due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email smaddock@hermitageclinic.ie