Chef – West Midlands Hospice

We are looking for a talented and compassionate Chef to join our Facilities team at the Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice. This vital role involves providing high-quality, nutritious meals to our patients, staff, volunteers, and visitors while ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent culinary skills, the ability to develop and plan diverse menus, and a strong focus on customer service. Teamwork and interpersonal skills, a flexible approach to work, and the ability to show initiative are essential. A caring and compassionate attitude is crucial.

You will also assist the Head Chef in supervising Catering Assistants, creating staff rotas, and recruiting junior staff. Responsibilities also include selecting approved suppliers and managing orders.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals and dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of people, we would love to hear from you.

Contract:  Permanent; 37.5 hours per week

Working Days: Any five days per week, Monday through Sunday, including Bank Holidays

Salary:  Agenda for Change BAND 3 £24,937 - £26,598 Per Annum

Based: Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice, Solihull

Essential Criteria:

• City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2, or Level 2 NVQ in Food Production and Cooking (or equivalent qualification) ​
• Basic food hygiene certificate ​
• Relevant catering experience​
• Experience supervising staff
• High levels of Health and Safety awareness​

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience working within a healthcare environment
• NVQ Level 3 qualification
• Intermediate food handling certificate

What's in it for you:   

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) 
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave   
• Continuous Professional development   
• Industry leading training programmes   
• Generous Enhancements

Marie Curie Benefits Package:  

• Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)  
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme  
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems    
• Help with eyecare cost (T & C’s apply)   
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card   
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme  
• Life assurance

To view the job description, please click here

Advert Closes: 16-December-2025

Application Process 

To apply, please submit an online application and include a copy of your most recent CV detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. 

For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected]