Weekend Cook

UK Addiction Treatment Centres; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider in Bradford is seeking a weekend cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents. You will ensure dietary needs are met, maintain cleanliness, and work both independently and as part of a team. Previous experience as a chef and a Food Hygiene Level 2 certification are required. The role offers training, holidays, and pension benefits.

Benefits

Training provided

28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Ability to cater for diverse dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following set menus.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Adapt menus based on dietary advice.
• Communicate effectively with staff and residents.

Skills

Proven experience as a chef

Food Hygiene Level 2

Ability to prepare nutritious meals

Knowledge of food hygiene regulations

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Flexibility in menu adaptation

Ability to report issues promptly

Willingness to participate in training

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Are you a chef looking for a rewarding role within a supportive team? This could be the perfect opportunity for you! Join the UK's leading alcohol and drug rehabilitation provider, where we take pride in offering world-class treatment in comfortable, affordable facilities across the country.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a weekend cook to prepare and serve meals. You will follow set menus designed to provide a diverse and nutritious diet for our residents. In this role, you will ensure residents enjoy a balanced and varied diet throughout their stay at Oasis Bradford.

Main duties of the Cook:

• To prepare menus as agreed with the Centre Manager. There will be a choice of options, including vegetarian.
• To ensure that religious and cultural dietary needs are catered for.
• To ensure that these meals are prepared in nutritious, appealing, and wholesome way.
• To respond to requests for special therapeutic diets when advised by health care and dietetic staff, including adequate provision of calcium and vitamin D.
• To ensure that clients properly set and clear tables.
• To ensure that clients wash up and tidy as part of their therapeutic responsibilities.
• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen.
• To conduct all procedures within the kitchen with due regard to the food hygiene, Health and Safety legislation, Emergency and Fire procedures.
• To promptly report any faulty appliances, damaged equipment, or any potential hazard to the Centre Manager, Cook, Maintenance person and person in charge.
• To adhere to all centre policies and procedures within the defined timescales.
• To be familiar with the required care standards and regulations governing your job
• To work individually and within a team to meet a standard commensurate with aims and objectives of the centre and in consideration of its residents.
• Observe and maintain high levels of communication within the teams of staff, individual colleagues, and residents.
• To carry out any additional duties as requested.
• To undertake any additional training and development programmes the Centre may consider appropriate to enhance your contribution to the Centre.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a chef.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene
• Ability to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals, including catering to specific dietary needs such as religious, cultural, and therapeutic diets.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, Health and Safety regulations, and kitchen safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills to plan menus and prepare meals efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills to interact with staff, clients, and residents.
• Flexibility to adapt menus based on dietary advice and requests.
• Ability to report issues such as faulty equipment or potential hazards promptly.
• Willingness to participate in training and development programs as required.

The benefits of being a Cook in our team at Oasis Bradford:

• Training given
• 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 Days after 5 continuous years of service* pro rata
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Employee benefits and discounts
• The Recruitment Process:
• You will have an initial phone conversation with the talent acquisition specialist which will be an informal chat and opportunity to ask questions about the position.
• If you are successful in your initial phone conversation, you will be required to undertake an interview on-site.
• Our shortlisted candidates will be notified if they are successful within 5 working days post interview.