Cook (Including Weekends)

OCS; Swansea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking facilities management company as a Cook, where your culinary skills will shine in a supportive team environment. This role emphasizes professional growth, offering funded development programs and opportunities to gain qualifications. You'll be responsible for preparing delicious meals that meet high standards of quality and nutrition, while also ensuring compliance with food hygiene regulations. If you are passionate about cooking and eager to contribute to a team that values your expertise, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Knowledge of HACCP & COSHH acquired through training.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals to high standards.
• Ensure compliance with nutritional policies and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Recipe Formulation

Cooking Methods

Allergen Management

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3

Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security, and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Working Days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Working Hours: 12.30pm to 6.30pm

Are you passionate about preparing delicious and nutritious meals? Join OCS as a Cook and be part of a team that values your culinary skills and professional growth. We are committed to being an ‘Employer of Choice’ by investing in our colleagues’ development through funded programs and opportunities to gain qualifications.

Ready to bring your culinary expertise to a team that values your growth and success? Apply now and join OCS!

Key Responsibilities:

1. The preparation, cooking, presentation, and service of meals to the highest standards.
2. Provide food that complies with national nutritional policies and food hygiene standards.
3. Ensure timely plating and delivery to patient areas.
4. Contribute to the implementation of service developments, such as new menus and production systems.
5. Submit requisitions for additional food stores based on demand.

The Ideal Candidate Should Meet The Following Criteria

1. Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
2. An enhanced DBS check will be completed for the successful candidate.
3. Qualified Cook to City and Guilds or NVQ level 3 standard and Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate.
4. Knowledge and experience across a broad range of cooking methods, recipe formulation, and service requirements.
5. Knowledge of HACCP & COSHH, acquired through training.
6. Understanding of Fire Safety as applied in a kitchen setting.
7. Allergen qualification/training.

How To Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce. We offer an inclusive environment and encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.