Band 3 - Chef - Isle Of Wight

Job Purpose

The post holder will effectively provide day-to-day operational supervision within the Kitchen to Porters, Catering Assistants and Tray Service Staff. To carry out the preparation and cooking of meals for patients and staff, ensuring that high standards of quality and safety are maintained at all times. To work in accordance with the departmental HACCP procedures and current food safety legislation.

Job Summary

The post holder is required to work in a busy industrial kitchen. They will be exposed to heat, cold and noise on a daily basis. The position requires the post holder to be on their feet for the whole of their shift and exercise manual dexterity.

The post holder will work as part of a team of catering staff responsible for the effective day to day delivery of food & beverage services across the hospital site. The services provide in excess of 8,000 meals per week to almost 300 hospital beds and various departments within the Trust. In addition a Staff & Visitor Restaurant are operated on site.

Requirements

• Good standard of English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above.
• City and Guilds 7061/2.
• Or NVQ equivalent.
• L2 Food Safety Award.
• Dietary Cooking Certificate.
• Experience of working in a busy catering environment.
• Proven ability to work without constant supervision.
• Detailed knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety practices.
• Detailed knowledge of large scale catering production techniques using traditional methods.
• Basic keyboard skills.
• Effective communication skills - verbal and written. Must be able to read & understand written instructions, food safety/quality assurance documents and patient menu requirements.
• High standard of interpersonal relationships - liaison with other departments in same organization.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Weekly salary
• Staffing Bank workers can contribute to their NHS pension
• Priority of shifts over all agency workers
• Competitive pay

Apply now for this fantastic opportunity by uploading your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.