Chef

Blue Arrow; Rugby; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent catering service in Rugby is hiring a Chef for a 3 on 3 off shift rotation. Responsibilities include preparing food for delivery, maintaining hygiene standards, and supervising kitchen safety. Candidates should have experience in a kitchen environment and a keen eye for detail. A job retention bonus is offered after the probation period, emphasizing the commitment to employee support and development.

Benefits

Job retention bonus

Disability Confident Employer support

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to follow instructions and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for delivery.
• Step up to Head Chef as needed.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Supervise inmates according to client standards.
• Assist in cleaning and food preparation.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen safety

Hygiene standards

Team supervision

Problem-solving

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Chef to work 3 on 3 off rotation:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare food for delivery of food trolleys to units.
• Carry out any reasonable instruction of the management.
• Step up to Head Chef when required.
• When required check all incoming purchases as ordered, for quantity and quality.
• Identify training needs and action as appropriate.
• Ensure knowledge of the operation of any kitchen equipment you are required to use, and apply accordingly utilising all safety measures.
• Produce within the component standards food required for the days menu.
• Ensure food, as per menu, is available for service times and is portioned and garnished.
• Replenish where necessary.
• Assist with mis‑en‑place for the following day’s menu.
• Assist, where necessary, in food preparation for any functions.
• Discuss the next day’s menu with Head Chef.
• Assist where necessary, in cleaning of work surfaces, storage areas, utensils and equipment.
• Maintain component hygiene standards, within the main catering areas and monitor clients servery areas by completing servery check lists.
• Follow company or component policy in dealing with customer comments or complaints.
• Comply with Health & Safety Regulations, Fire policy and report hazards to management.

PERSONAL

• Ensure that clothing including footwear and headgear, and personal hygiene is of the highest standards at all times.
• Supervise inmates in standards laid down by client.
• Participate in company training to improve your standards of performance.
• Suggest areas of improvement and take any corrective action as required.
• Perform any other duties that may reasonably be required.

A Job retention bonus of one week’s salary will be paid when you complete your initial 3 month probation and stay employed for a minimum 6 months.

Working on a rolling 3 on 3 off shift pattern. 07:00 am to 18:00 37 hour a week average.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.