Cook

The Salvation Army; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Sefton is looking for a motivated individual to lead food preparation in a busy coffee shop. This fixed-term position requires strong experience in a kitchen environment and the ability to manage stock while ensuring health and safety compliance. The candidate should work well with a vibrant team and understand community needs. Knowledge of health standards and volunteer training is essential. Hours are 20 per week with some flexibility.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Ability to influence and work with a team.
• Experience supervising volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage stock for a nutritious menu.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Supervise and train volunteers.

Skills

Experienced in food preparation and service

Ability to develop effective working relationships

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Understanding of community needs

Job description

Please note this is a fixed term position for 2 years.

Working hours : 20 hours per week (9.00am - 1.00pm Monday to Friday however some flexibility may be required)

Interview Date : 6th January

The Salvation Army, Southport operates a busy community coffee shop from Monday to Friday. It plays a major role in the weekly mission activities of the church, bringing together individuals, offering company and good food. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who can take the lead in preparing good quality food and who wants to be part of a vibrant team.

Key Responsibilities

The post-holder will plan and manage stock for all food required to make a healthy and nutritious cost-effective menu for the service, considering any nutritional and dietary requirements and customer opinion. They will also ensure that the current health and safety and environmental health and hygiene standards and other appropriate regulations and procedures are maintained within the catering facility (e.g. BFH / COSHH) and food storage is carried out to approved British standards and clean and close down the kitchen after service.

Required Skills and Experience

• Good knowledge and experience in preparing and serving food in a commercial kitchen environment.
• The ability to influence others and develop effective working relationships with colleagues, programme participants and external stakeholders.
• The ability to supervise the work of Volunteers and provide training where necessary in collaboration with the Manager.
• Safety and Safeguarding of Clients and Staff
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and Safeguarding of Clients and Staff

Candidates must also be committed to the values, aims and ethos of The Salvation Army.

It is important that the candidate understands the community’s needs and has proficiency in English.