Cygnet Fountains is a 34 bed high support inpatient rehabilitation service for men.
We are currently recruiting for Bank Cook/Chef who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You will work flexible bank shifts on an ad-hoc basis as and when required to suit your availability and lifestyle. Shift times are usually 8am – 4pm including weekends – however this may vary depending on the needs of the service.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate.
* Maintain the highest level of sanitation in the kitchen.
* Perform whatever duties the duty chef deems necessary.
* Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
* Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
* Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Head Chef.
* Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
* Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
* Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
You are:
* A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure
* Preferably experienced in the care sector
* Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
* The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
* Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times
* An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
* Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
* Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3
In Return, We’ll Offer You
* Flexible working
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Free meals on duty
* NHS Blue light card – A wide range of discounts and offers from categories such as holidays, rail travel, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many other items.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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