Bank Chef

Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Poole is looking for a skilled caterer with experience in large-scale catering specifically for healthcare settings. The ideal candidate should have qualifications in food safety and demonstrate culinary expertise, creativity in introducing new recipes, and an understanding of dietary needs. The role requires interaction with hospital staff and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in catering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in large-scale catering, preferably in healthcare.
• Creative with new recipe ideas.

Skills

Large-scale catering experience

Ability to work unsupervised

Attention to detail

Culinary expertise

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 or equivalent

Level 3 Food Hygiene/Safety

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Person specification

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 or equivalent vocational level 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Level 3 Food Hygiene/Safety

Experience

• Large-scale catering experience within the healthcare sector
• Experience of special dietary requirements gained through education & training to level 3
• Ability to work unsupervised in all areas of the kitchen
• Previous experience within the catering sector
• Previous NHS experience
• Attention to detail, including accuracy & ability to multi-task
• Culinary expertise (excellent knife skills, equipment knowledge, safety & sanitation methods, cooking methods)
• Evidence of creativity by introducing new recipe ideas in controlled areas

Knowledge

• Good understanding of food nutrition
• Good understanding of H&S, HACCP & COSHH regulations
• Understanding of the needs of special diets for patients

Personal Attributes

• Able to work as part of a team and interact effectively with other staff
• Ability to communicate effectively with all hospital staff