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Position: Bank Chef at Woodlands, York
We are seeking a dynamic individual who is flexible in kitchen duties and interested in working sociable daytime hours with no late evenings or split shifts, within a small, friendly kitchen team.
Benefits include free parking and free meals while on duty.
What you'll be working:
* Bank hours depending on the needs of the service.
What you'll be doing:
* Supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen to maintain the centre’s reputation for food quality.
* Preparing, cooking, and presenting food for 27 service users, including accommodating special dietary requirements, to the standards of the company and service users.
* Enhancing the centre’s reputation for food quality and service.
* Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, liaising with Environmental Health inspectors if necessary.
* Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation on food preparation and handling, including HACCP, Safer Food Better Business, and COSHH.
* Observing portion controls and monitoring waste.
* Inspecting dishes for quality, temperature, and attractiveness before serving.
* Maintaining records related to food production activities and supplies, providing information as required by the Head of Support Services.
* Working to planned menus, ordering foodstuffs, and checking supplies and deliveries.
* Avoiding unnecessary wastage and deterioration of foodstuffs.
* Promoting good relationships with staff, visitors, and service users.
* Communicating handovers clearly to catering staff.
* Maintaining a clean environment, washing up, and adhering to cleaning schedules.
What you'll have:
* Working knowledge of Food Safety regulations.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
* Innovative thinking.
* Flexible attitude to working hours and duties, including cleaning and dishwashing.
* Enthusiasm, conscientiousness, diligence, 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 and are a Disability Confident employer.
What to look forward to:
* Your birthday off.
* Access to the Active Learning Hub for training and development.
* Active Reward App for discounts and savings.
* Confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App for support with legal, health, and wellbeing issues.
* Join the Medicash Health Plan for you and your family.
* Recognition through the Active Awards programme.
* Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits.
* Refer a Friend Scheme — earn up to £1000 for successful referrals.
* Support and guidance from our clinical and business leadership teams to develop your career.
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