Our client is charity based in Loughborough
They are currently seeking a cook to join them, initially on a temporary basis
The hours are on a varied, rota, but on a Monday to Sunday basis they are as follows.
Monday to Friday 8am-4pm
Saturday and Sunday 12pm-4pm.
Purpose of the job
Main Responsibilities:
⦁ Assist in the preparation and cooking of food to standards that satisfy current food hygiene and safety legislation and regulations.
⦁ Help plan a varied menu that reflects residents’ preferences and choices, including any specific requirements related to cultural/religious beliefs, medical requirements, or other specific dietary requirements
⦁ Produce meals that are nutritious and well-balanced to ensure the good health of residents is maintained.
⦁ To ensure that you and any other kitchen/waiting staff are presented in a clean, laundered uniform
⦁ To maintain sympathetic contact with residents and notify any sign of need or potential problem to support staff and/or management
⦁ Be prepared to order food supplies, taking care to ensure that the best value for money is achieved.
⦁ Carry out stock rotation and regular audits of stock to ensure stock is either used before the recommended consumption date or disposed of appropriately.
⦁ Ensure that all food stock is stored according to recommended guidelines
⦁ Ensure that food temperature records are produced and recorded daily in line with current requirements
⦁ Ensure that the fridges and freezers are defrosted, and well maintained and all items stored in them are labelled and kept on appropriate shelves
⦁ Ensure all catering equipment and cooking utensils and cleaned appropriately and stored away safely.
⦁ Ensure that the kitchen area, including the hob, oven, microwave, sinks, bowls and all work surfaces are cleaned to a high standard and EHD specifications daily and are fit for purpose.
⦁ Ensure that storage cupboards are sorted and cleaned regularly.
⦁ At all times wear appropriate, clean clothing including a tabard or apron when working in the kitchen
Knowledge, Experience & Skills:
⦁ Experience working on your initiative to deliver a high-quality service
⦁ The ability to work proactively and with limited direct supervision
⦁ Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
⦁ Must be over the age of 18
⦁ Willingness to undergo a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
⦁ Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or higher