Cook Little Harbour

Children's Hospice South West; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Enhanced sick pay

Pension 7% employer contribution

Family friendly policies

Wellbeing services

Training opportunities

Green agenda

Inclusive environment

Make a difference

Job summary

Children's Hospice South West is seeking a part-time kitchen professional for 32 hours per week across four shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, at Little Harbour. The role involves preparing and serving home cooked meals for children and families in a caring, relaxed environment.

The successful candidate will have kitchen experience, a basic food hygiene certificate, and a catering qualification (or be willing to undertake one). Great team and supportive atmosphere offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Current basic food hygiene certificate.
• Recognised catering qualification or willingness to undertake.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high quality, home cooked meals for children and families.
• Work as part of a team of kitchen staff and volunteers.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Good communication

Education

Basic food hygiene certificate

Catering qualification

Job description

32 hours per week (worked over 4 shifts between Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays)

£27,438 - £31,646 FTE (£21,951 - £25,317 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays

About Us

Childrens Hospice South West provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the lives of the children and families who we support.

Where you will be working

Little Harbour is situated in beautiful surroundings, the hospice has a homely feel and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation for the whole family, making the most of short and precious lives.

The Role

Working as part of a friendly and professional team of Kitchen staff and volunteers, you will prepare and serve a range of high quality, home cooked meals and snacks for children and families to enjoy during their stays. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, permanent role within a relaxed and welcoming environment.

The Successful Candidate

You will be experienced in a professional kitchen, with excellent communication skills. You should hold a current basic food hygiene certificate and a recognised catering qualification (or willing to undertake this).

Join our team for a rewarding career 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for CHSW.

Benefits of working at CHSW also include:

• ? 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
• ? enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
• ? personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• ? family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• ? occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
• ? training and development opportunities
• ? environmental and green agenda
• ? a supportive and inclusive environment
• ? a chance to make a real difference

Training

Full on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.

Anticipated Interviews: TBC

CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. Charity Registration Number 1003314.