Position Overview & Specifications

Reporting into the Head Chef, responsibilities will include:

  • Deputising for the Head Chef, managing every aspect of catering within the location and delivering a quality catering service.
  • Supervising the catering assistants on shift.
  • Maintaining compliance with food safety and health & safety procedures.
  • To minimise waste when preparing meals and use equipment correctly.

Required knowledge & experience:

  • Intermediate or level 3 food hygiene certificate with Cater craft or similar award.
  • Health & safety legislation including control of substances harmful to health (COSHH) and food safety standards.
  • Proven chef and people management experience.
  • Basic knowledge of dietary requirements relating to older people.
  • Safe use of kitchen equipment including knives.

Required skills:

  • Able to negotiate, influence, organize time and prioritise activities.
  • Able to work in a pressured environment and produce meals based on implemented menus.
  • Flexible, innovative and able to work as part of a team and individually.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to develop your career

Introduce a friend scheme

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £12.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 201529INDB