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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: £14.57 per hour (inclusive of 12.1% A/L 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...
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Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate.
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To maintain the highest level of sanitation in the kitchen.
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To perform whatever duties the duty chef deems necessary.
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Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
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Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
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Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Head Chef.
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Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
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Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
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Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
You are...
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A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure
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Preferably experienced in the care sector
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Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
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The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
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Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times
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An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
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Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
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Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3
In return, we’ll offer you:
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Flexible working
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Employee Discount Scheme
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Free meals on duty
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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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