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Cook

VanRath

Craigavon

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cook to join their team in Craigavon on a temporary basis. This role involves a variety of cooking activities, including meal preparation, portion control, and catering for special dietary needs. You will also oversee hygiene and safety in the kitchen, manage service points, and assist with administrative tasks. With 25 hours per week and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary arts and looking to make a difference in the community. Join a dedicated team and help promote quality service to parents and customers alike!

Benefits

28 days annual leave
Flexible working hours

Qualifications

  • Experience in food preparation and cooking within a catering establishment.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in food preparation and cooking.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in meal preparation and portion control for various dietary needs.
  • Ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Preparation
Cooking Skills
Hygiene Control
Record Keeping
Supervision

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking
City & Guilds 706-1 & 706-2

Job description

Vanrath are assisting in the recruitment of a Cook for a large public sector body in Craigavon on a temp basis.


What's in it for you?

  • 25 hours p/w
  • Rates confirmed over the phone
  • 28 days annual leave


About your next employer

  • Skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals (for example, assist with the preparation of menus, portion control, the provision of special dietary meals and function catering where appropriate).
  • To assist with:
  • Record keeping.
  • Control of hygiene, health and safety in the kitchen including recording of temperatures.
  • The direction and/or shared supervision of other employees.
  • To undertake operational control of service points including transported meals.
  • Associated administrative duties as required which may include assistance with:

(a) The planning of meals.
(b) Stock-taking, including the organisation of stores and fridges and receipt of deliveries.
(c) General kitchen management in the absence of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
(d) Shared supervision of other employees.
(e) Training of staff.
(f) Cash handling duties where appropriate.

  • General kitchen duties as required which may include washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables, cleaning of the kitchen, dining room surrounds and equipment.
  • Assist in the promotion of the service to parents, principals and customers to increase the uptake.
  • Securing of premises as required.
  • Duties as delegated in connection with service provision.


About you
Essential:
Hold either (A) or (B):

  1. NVQ level 3 in food preparation and cooking or City & Guilds 706-1 & 706-2 or equivalent or higher relevant qualificationOR

Two years' experience of food preparation and cooking within a catering establishment.
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