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Bank Cook/Cook
Cygnet Fountains is a 34 bed high support inpatient rehabilitation service for men
We are currently recruiting for Bank Cook/Chef who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You will work flexible bank shifts on an ad-hoc basis as and when required to suit your availability and lifestyle. Shift times are usually 8am – 4pm including weekends – however this may vary depending on the needs of the service.
Salary: £14.03 per hour (inclusive of 12.1% annual leave cover)
Apply now to enjoy flexibility while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.
You’re day-to-day…
- Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate.
- To maintain the highest level of sanitation in the kitchen.
- To perform whatever duties the duty chef deems necessary.
- Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
- Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
- Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Head Chef.
- Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
- Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
- Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
You are…
- A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure
- Preferably experienced in the care sector
- Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
- The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
- Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times
- An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
- Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
- Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3
In return, we’ll offer you:
- Flexible working
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Free meals on duty
- NHS Blue light card – A wide range of discounts and offers from categories such as holidays, rail travel, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many other items.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
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