Diet-Savvy Cook for Team Kitchen & Large-Scale Meals

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

25 days annual leave

Training & development

Paid travel expenses

Cycle to Work

Occupational health

Discounts & rewards

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook meals from a full range of pre-planned menus at our site in the East Midlands. The role requires catering to individual dietary needs, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food safety, and working as part of a supportive kitchen team.

Applicants should have experience in preparing and cooking meals, plus knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and cooking meals.
• Team player with great communication skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety and food hygiene.
• Confidence with stock control and ordering.
• Experience cooking for large groups, especially older adults (bonus).
• Knowledge of special diets & IDDSI framework (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals from pre-planned menus.
• Cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Meal prep

Teamwork

Food safety

Stock control

Large group cooking

IDDSI knowledge

Job description

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook meals from a full range of pre-planned menus at our site in the East Midlands. The role requires catering to individual dietary needs, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food safety, and working as part of a supportive kitchen team.

Applicants should have experience in preparing and cooking meals, plus knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene.