Job Description
* To assist Chef’s in the preparation and cooking of food if required
* Take delivery of stock including food/provision, checking and accounting for such items.
* Act as Banksman, and other such job specific operations as required.
* To support cleaning, periodic cleaning and deep cleaning as required.
* To clean ancillary equipment to support catering operation, including but not limited to – Trailers, Vehicles, Plant and Machinery as well as displays, equipment, floors, counters, trolleys etc.
* To clean all equipment, crockery and cutlery as required to ensure clean, tidy, hygienic environments and a quality customer experience.
* To ensure all food is handled in accordance with the standards specified in the Food Safety & Quality Management System
* To ensure all waste is removed promptly and placed in the correct waste containers in accordance with site waste management plan.
* To carry out tasks in the most efficient manner.
* To participate as a HACCP Team member if required
* To ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the relevant H&S legislation and Codes of Practice.
* Participate in ongoing professional development and training that may include off-site.
* To ensure all raw materials and packaging materials are stored in the correct areas of the site.
* Where relevant, carry out activities required by the accredited FSQMS i.e. cleaning schedule
* To receive deliveries and check supplier invoices in accordance with the company systems/procedures.
* Carry out projects or other tasks as requested by the Unit Manager/Chef Manager.
* Embrace and actively participate in the Zero Harm culture.
Our Ideal candidate will have the following characteristics in line with our values
Togetherness
· Ability to work as part of a team
· A flexible approach to working hours
· Be supportive of colleagues
Nurture
· Keen to learn on the job
· Hold Food Safety Level 2 (or be able to achieve on appointment)
Pride
· Be honest and trustworthy
· Able to work independently
· Have a can-do approach
Planet
· Hygienic approach and manner
· Committed to zero harm and sustainable practices
Qualifications
* Full, UK driving licence and have at least 12 months driving experience and no more than 6 points. (Desirable)
* Level 2 Food Safety Qualification (Desirable)
* Level 2 H & S Qualification (Desirable)
* Banksman (Desirable) (training completed within 3 months)
* First Aid Certificate (Desirable)
Additional Information
Employee Benefits Menu
At Somerset Larder, we believe our people are the secret ingredient to our success. Here’s a flavourful look at the benefits we’ve cooked up for our amazing team:
Generous Time Off
Savour a well-balanced blend of work and personal time with our generous annual leave allowance (30 days including bank holidays)
Pension Contributions with Extra Spice
Prepare for your future with a pension plan that goes beyond the basics – 5% from you, matched with a hearty 5% from us
Life Assurance
Our life assurance plan is here to provide peace of mind, so you can focus on serving up excellence
Cycle Scheme
Get a healthy and eco-friendly start to each day with our cycle scheme – perfect for working up an appetite!
Comprehensive Family Leave Benefits
When life serves up big changes, we’re here to support you with a menu of family leave benefits designed so you can make memories as you care for your family.
Free Food and Drink on Shift
Enjoy a daily free meal/drink so you can fuel up and stay energised.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)/Mental Health First Aiders
Tap into our 24/7, all-year round helpline and portal Wisdom, loaded with resources on health, finances, legal advice and lifestyle tips – a full menu of support options
Christmas Shutdown
Relax during the festive period whilst the operation is closed between Christmas and New Year – a rarity for the Hospitality industry (option to volunteer for skeleton staffing)
Learning, Development and Apprenticeship Opportunities
Stir up new skills with a range of development and apprenticeship opportunities to help you grow your career and cook up success in the culinary world.
Access to Occupational Health
As a perk of being part of the HPC project, you will have access to Health Partners, the UK’s leading provider of workplace health services
Refer a Friend Scheme
Use our employee referral programme and benefit financially by adding people from your professional network to our workforce.
Monthly Recognition: A Toast to you
Each month, we raise a glass to our star team members who go above and beyond, as nominated by their colleagues
Long Service Awards
Celebrate the milestones! Receive our heartfelt gratitude and special recognition at your 5- and 10-year anniversaries
Annual Team Awards
Join us for our annual awards event as we honour the outstanding contributions and achievements of our team. It’s our way of saying cheers to you!
This benefits menu is our recipe for a rewarding and fulfilling career, where you can develop your talents and delight in the journey ahead.
Pre-Employment Screening
Successful applicants will be required to provide a three-year employment history and five-year address history to work on Hinkley Point C. They must be able to provide in date photographic ID and their right to work in the UK so that security clearance can be obtained as these roles are based on a nuclear regulated site.
To give you a great introduction to who we are, what we do, and the amazing team you could join, here's a recent feature that ITV did on us. It's a fantastic overview of our work and what makes Somerset Larder special:
The company feeding a huge construction site with 1.5 million bacon rashers a year - Latest From ITV News