Chef

Serco; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Chef for HMP Dovegate, responsible for supervising kitchen operations and providing nutritious meals for residents. The role offers a structured schedule with no split shifts and the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in catering, particularly within a custodial setting.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and Development Opportunities

Discounts at Retailers

ShareSave Scheme

Paid Volunteering Day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar post, preferably in a custodial environment.
• Strong commitment to the rehabilitation of residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of catering services and comply with Health & Safety regulations.
• Provide varied and healthy menus for residents, including special diets.
• Train and supervise kitchen workers.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

Literacy and Numeracy Level 2

Food Safety Level 3

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

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Permanent / Full Time– 40 hours per week

Salary - £30,051.00 per annum plus Serco benefits

Main purpose:

We are looking for a Chef to join us at HMP Dovegatefor the supervision of prisoners/kitchen workers -a Category B adult male facility near Uttoxeter, Staffordshire where we care for up to 1160male adult prisoners over the age of 21 serving a range of sentences including trial, remand, those awaiting sentence and convicted men serving long and short-term sentences.

This exciting opportunity is well suited to an experienced Chef who is looking for a role with no split shifts (guaranteed finish time 16:45pm) and enjoys working as part of a committed team. You will assist the Catering Manager in the delivery of catering services to the establishment and comply with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Regulations, legislation, and guidelines. You will prepare varied and healthy menus for residents to include special diets, special events and religious events, whilst also keeping abreast of trends and developments in the catering industry such as menus and consumer tastes.

• To assist the Catering & Retail Manager and Chef Supervisor in the delivery of catering services to the whole establishment and complies with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Regulations, legislation, and guidelines.
• To provide varied and healthy menus for residents to include special diets, special events and religious events. Keeping abreast of trends and developments in the catering industry such as menus, consumer tastes.
• To ensure the security and food safety of all foodstuffs is maintained during delivery, storage and distribution within the kitchen area.
• To record and document all relevant paperwork to comply with food hygiene regulations, Health & Safety, HACCP and Company Policies
• To provide training and supervision to kitchen workers.
• To perform random Quality Checks on serveries’ before, during and after mealtimes.
• Reacting to complaint issues and trends, with a cohesive approach along with the catering team.
• To work shift work and weekends when operationally required.
• To assist in resident movements and searches to and from the kitchen.
• To train for and carry out any other work reasonably acceptable within the capabilities of the post holder.

What you will need to do the role

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ or similar in Food preparation and Production.
• Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent GCSE.
• Food Safety level 3.
• Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
• Awareness of Allergen Control within Catering.
• A strong commitment to the rehabilitation of residents.
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook applications.
• Good supervisory skills with strong interpersonal skills, including good oral and written communication.
• Able to demonstrate resilience with a basic understanding of both conflict resolution and de-escalation and risk and conflict management.
• Commitment to working effectively in a socially diverse environment, with a good team ethic.
• Assertive, creative and progressive along with good problem-solving skills.
• Working in a people centered environment.
• Good working knowledge of a large catering operation, ideally with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar post preferably within a custodial environment.

Why Serco

Meaningful and vital work- The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services to keep people safe.

A world of opportunity- Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

Great people- We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You’ll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.

What we offer:

• Salary:Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension:Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays:25days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and development:We offer a wide range of learning opportunitieswith over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing:24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts:Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme:Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks:Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity:Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leaderemployers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to thenature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.