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3 hours ago
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Job Summary
1 year contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Chef/Cook will work at Swanwick Secure Home preparing nutritious well-balanced meals for young people aged 1117 including those with special dietary needs.
This temporary role supports the Chef Manager in delivering a high-quality catering service while maintaining strict hygiene safety and nutritional standards.
The post involves menu planning stock control supervising catering assistants and collaborating with care staff to ensure meals meet residents needs and expectations.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Prepare and cook meals in line with nutritional standards and residents dietary requirements including modified meals following IDDSI guidelines.
Supervise and organise tasks for catering assistants managing team workflow efficiently.
Assist the Chef Manager with ordering food and cleaning supplies monitoring budgets and checking deliveries for quality compliance.
Monitor and maintain high standards of food hygiene health and safety and cleanliness in all kitchen areas.
Plan menus in consultation with the Chef Manager and care staff adapting for special events or individual resident needs.
Support meal service as required ensuring presentation and dietary requirements are met.
Maintain kitchen equipment in safe working order and report any faults promptly.
Minimise waste and promote recycling practices within the team.
Show compassion and understanding toward residents participating in meetings and responding to feedback for service improvement.
Deputise for the Chef Manager when required providing support across all catering operations.
Skills/Experience:
Level 2 in Food and Cooking (or equivalent).
Level 2 in Food Safety (or willing to complete within 3 months of starting).
Awareness of allergens and safe food preparation practices.
Experience supervising kitchen staff or assisting in a catering team.
Understanding of health and safety and hygiene regulations in a professional kitchen.
Compassion and understanding when working with vulnerable young people.
Additional Information:
Enhanced DBS for children and adults.
Level 2/3 in Diet and Nutrition (Desirable).
Rates: 14.90/hour standard; 22.35/hour Sundays; 29.80/hour Bank Holidays.
Located at Swanwick Secure Home Southampton Hampshire.
Required Skills:
Level 2 in Food and Cooking (or equivalent). Level 2 in Food Safety (or willing to complete within 3 months of starting). Awareness of allergens and safe food preparation practices. Experience supervising kitchen staff or assisting in a catering team. Understanding of health and safety and hygiene regulations in a professional kitchen. Compassion and understanding when working with vulnerable young people.
Required Education:
Enhanced DBS for children and 2/3 in Diet and Nutrition (Desirable).
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