Bank Chef: Lead Kitchen for Large-Scale Meals

Colonial Group; Cramlington; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Days AL

Health Cash Plan

Company Pension

Eye voucher scheme

Free parking

Job summary

Brainkind is seeking a Bank Chef in Cramlington to prepare and cook meals to Brainkind’s standards. The role carries bank hours and a pay rate up to £14.43 per hour, with responsibilities to maintain safety, hygiene, and high-quality service.

The successful candidate will have Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher, NVQ/SVQ Level 2 Catering or equivalent, and prior kitchen experience. They should be able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with service users and staff.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher is required.
• NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience of working in kitchens is desirable.
• Demonstrable skills in cooking for large groups of people and ability to cater for varying dietary needs.
• Knowledge of regulations such as COSHH, Health & Safety, HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to the standard set by Brainkind.
• Ensure all food is correctly and safely prepared, stored, and presented.
• Keep equipment clean and maintained and report faults.
• Record cleaning and equipment maintenance in line with policies.
• Maintain a safe working environment and service user confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with service users and team members.
• Dep
• To deputise for the Head Chef and provide catering services within resources.

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher

NVQ or SVQ Level 2 General Catering or equivalent

Job description

Brainkind is seeking a Bank Chef in Cramlington to prepare and cook meals to Brainkind’s standards. The role carries bank hours and a pay rate up to £14.43 per hour, with responsibilities to maintain safety, hygiene, and high-quality service.

The successful candidate will have Level 2 Food Hygiene or higher, NVQ/SVQ Level 2 Catering or equivalent, and prior kitchen experience. They should be able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with service users and staff.