Cook

The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory in Kirkcaldy is seeking a Cook to lead the preparation and provision of food for lunch clubs, coffee mornings, and warm spaces, collaborating with officers, employees and volunteers.

You will design menus that meet customer needs, use donated provisions to cut costs and minimise waste, and uphold high hygiene and safety standards with up-to-date Food Hygiene certification.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge and experience of preparing and serving food and use of kitchen tools and equipment.
• Up to date knowledge of food hygiene requirements and ability to complete all relevant record keeping.
• Proven experience of dealing with the general public and providing good customer service.
• Must have a current driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and provision of food for lunch clubs, coffee mornings, warm spaces and other activities.
• Work closely with Corps Officers and named responsible persons to create menus that respond to customer needs while minimising waste and costs.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Please note in regards to location this role is based in Kirkcaldy and travel will be required across Fife (Travel Expenses Paid)

Working Pattern: Working across 4 days and occasional weekends with agreement

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Salvation Army forms part of the Christian church and boasts an extensive social remit, providing a range of social and community services, including services for children and the elderly, those trapped in modern-day slavery, homeless people, individuals struggling with addiction, and people seeking employment.

The Kirkcaldy Salvation Army Community Church, in partnership with the Glenrothes and Cowdenbeath Salvation Army centres, is an active expression of the church's mission. Together, they provide welcoming spaces for food, conversation and connection with the local community.

As Cook, you will lead the preparation and provision of food for lunch clubs, coffee mornings, warm spaces and other activities, working alongside committed teams of officers, employees and volunteers.

Working closely with Corps Officers and named responsible persons, you will create menus that respond to customer needs, while making thoughtful use of purchased and donated provisions to help reduce costs and minimise waste.

Successful candidate will have:

• Good knowledge and experience of preparing and serving food and use of kitchen tools and equipment.
• Have up to date knowledge of food hygiene requirements and ability to complete all relevant record keeping.
• Proven experience of dealing with the general public and providing good customer service.
• Hold a current Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake qualification & complete within an agreed time.
• Must have a current driving licence and access to a car.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, a criminal record check (PVG) and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements.

As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

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