Cook

Jupiter Recruitment; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and paid train

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Costs for an enhanced DBS

Rewards for years of service

Job summary

Jupiter Recruitment are representing an exciting Chef role in the Upton area of Cambridgeshire, working in a service for people with learning disabilities and complex needs within a leading UK health care provider.

The successful candidate will be required to have an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering. You will work full-time on day shifts, with an excellent salary of £14.35 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package as listed by the employer.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering.
• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in healthcare or hospitality.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of various techniques.

Responsibilities

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
• Oversee and participate in preparation, cooking and serving of all food
• Ensure menus are displayed with choices and cater for special diets
• Check stock quantities and place orders
• Supervise kitchen staff
• Ensure HACCP processes are followed and recorded
• Keep food expenditure within budget in consultation with management

Skills

Chef experience

Healthcare kitchen

Food preparation

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in an exceptional service based in the Upton, Cambridgeshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This service provides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering**

As a Chef your key duties include:

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus
• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices
• Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available
• Check quantity and quality of stock and orders items in accordance with the catering manual
• Supervise the kitchen employee team
• Ensure HACCP's processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required
• Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting
• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of £14.35 per hour. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

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