Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
We'd like you to join us as a Bank Chef at our service Woodlands in York.
We are looking for a dynamic individual who must be flexible within their kitchen duties and is looking to work sociable daytime hours with no late evenings or split shifts, within a small friendly kitchen team. Free parking and free meals whilst on duty.
What you'll be working:
* Bank hours depending on the needs of the service.
What you'll be doing:
* Support the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen to ensure the centre's reputation for food quality is maintained.
* Prepare, cook, and present food for 27 service users, ensuring any special dietary requirements are met to the standards required by the company and service users.
* Enhance the centre's reputation for food quality and service.
* Drive and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, liaising with Environmental Health inspectors if necessary.
* Ensure compliance with legislation on food preparation and handling, including HACCP, Safer Food Better Business, and COSHH.
* Observe company controls for portion size and monitor waste.
* Inspect dishes for quality, temperature, and attractiveness before serving.
* Maintain records related to food production activities and supplies as required.
* Work to planned menus and order foodstuffs accordingly, checking and recording supplies and deliveries.
* Avoid wastage and deterioration of foodstuffs.
* Promote good relationships with staff, visitors, and service users.
* Ensure clear communication during handovers to catering staff.
* Maintain a clean environment, including washing up and adhering to cleaning schedules.
What you'll have:
* Appropriate catering qualification.
* Working knowledge of Food Safety regulations.
* A minimum Level 2 Food Safety qualification is desirable.
* Sound interpersonal and oral communication skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
* Ability to be innovative.
* Flexible attitude to working hours and catering duties, including cleaning and dishwashing.
* Enthusiastic, conscientious, diligent, and a 'can do' attitude.
* Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
We are committed to providing reasonable facilities for individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process and are a Disability Confident employer.
What to look forward to:
* 25 days plus bank holidays.
* Birthday off.
* Join the Active Learning Hub for a range of training and development opportunities.
* Active Reward App with discounts and savings.
* Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App.
* Nest Personal Pension.
* Access to Medicash Health Plan for you and your family.
* Recognition of outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards program.
* Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits.
* Refer a Friend Scheme earning up to £1000.
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