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Chef/Cook

2 months ago

WestonSuperMare, United Kingdom Weston Hospicecare Limited Full time
Job summary
We are looking for someone like you to join ourkitchen team, helping us deliver delicious, home-cooked meals for our patients.In this role, you will need to be hardworking and have experience in preparinghomemade dishes, with a sharp eye for detail. A love for cooking and a genuineenthusiasm for serving nutritious, well-presented meals is essential.
Our kitchen is open from 8am 6pm and hours will be worked on a rotabasis including 1 in 3 weekends. A degree of flexibility is required in orderto cover planned and unplanned absence.
The postholder is expected to be hands on in the kitchen preparing,cooking and serving meals, and be involved in cleaning after each service, aswell as discussing patients dietary needs with patients and clinical staff asrequired. To thrive in our kitchen, you will need to be a team player who canalso work independently when needed.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the catering service and staff in theprovision of high quality fresh food to patients, visitors and staff
* Provide staff meals, catering, refreshments, mealsor buffets as required to users of the training rooms
* Ensure the catering facilities comply with currentlegislation such as food safety and health and safety standards
* Prepare, cook and serve the planned dishes on theday (including breakfast, lunch and supper) from scratch using freshingredients, varying the menu if required, depending on the needs of patientsand visitors.
* Support the Chef Manager and other catering staffregarding other duties which may be required e.g. baking cakes, preparingvegetables, various cleaning duties in the kitchen and food store
*Work closely with the staff on the In-patient Unit,Day Hospice and multi-disciplinary team supporting them to give guidance onmeal selections/catering requirements reflecting dietary requirements.
About us
Weston Hospicecare provides specialist care for local people who are living with life-limiting illnesses.A much loved and well supported local charity, the hospice is based in Uphill, a quiet village on the outskirts of Weston-super-Mare, Somerset.
What we can offer in return
*30% enhancements on a Saturday and 60% enhancementson a Sunday and Bank Holidays
* 6.6 weeks holiday
*Bespoke training and development given
*Uniform provided
*Contributory pension/NHS transferable
* Healthcare discount scheme
* Employee Assistance programme
*Subsidised bus travel with First Bus CommuterTravel Club
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
* To support the catering service and staff in the attainment of excellence in the provision of high-quality fresh food to patients, visitors and staff.
* To plan, serve and provide fresh, homemade, high quality, nutritional meals and refreshments for patients, appropriate to any special dietary and ethnic needs.
* To provide staff meals, catering and refreshments, when applicable for users of the Training Rooms.
* To provide meals or buffets as necessary for any other outside body, as required.
* To ensure that the catering facilities comply with current legislation such as: - Food Safety and Health and Safety standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
CATERING RESPONSIBILITIES
*To work within the kitchen preparing the breakfast, lunchtime meals and supper service.
* Prepare, cook and serve the planned dishes on the day from scratch using fresh ingredients, varying the menu if required, depending on the needs of patients and visitors.
* Work closely with the staff on the In-patient Unit, Day Hospice and multi-disciplinary team supporting them to give guidance on meal selections/catering requirements reflecting dietary requirements.
* Ensure the provision of staff refreshments, snacks and meals.
* Ensure the provision of a catering service for training facilities and functions as requested.
*Ensure all meals are prepared according to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) and food health and hygiene systems recording all evidence as required in line with the Environmental Health and Healthcare Commission.
* Support the In-patient Unit kitchen including the checking of stock levels, replenishing goods in date order and recording of fridge/freezer temperatures.
* Adhere to cleaning schedules in the main, In-patient Unit kitchen and staff room are carried out to ensure high standards are maintained to minimise the risk of and spread of infection, and to ensure staff work within Health & Safety, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and infection control guidelines.
*Ensure compliance with all safety aspects of kitchen equipment: used for intended use, stored correctly, kept clean and any defective/broken equipment is reported immediately, taken out of service and labelled accordingly.
* Ensure the reporting of all accidents are recorded in correctly and in a timely manner.
* Work safely with current Health and Safety and Food Hygiene legislation.
* Liaise with the Chef Manager and other catering staff regarding other duties which may be required e.g. baking cakes, preparing vegetables, various cleaning duties in the kitchen and food store.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager, plan the purchasing and provision of all meal and refreshments for patients and staff.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager be responsible for the purchase of catering requisites within budget and manage the receipt of catering goods deliveries.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager, manage the catering rota ensuring adequate staff cover is provided in the kitchen as necessary.
COMMUNICATION
*Demonstrate tact and diplomacy in discussions with patients and staff.
* Use high levels of sensitivity and reassurance in working with patients and their families.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* To maintain confidentiality.
* To work within the policies and guidelines of Weston Hospicecare.
*To be familiar with fire, emergency and safety regulations, ensuring attendance at statutory updates.
* To maintain good working relationships with all members of the hospice staff and volunteers.
EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*To participate in the orientation and development of new staff members and volunteers.
* To keep up to date with current practice and legislation.
* To maintain and improve own competence by attending service and external training sessions as agreed with the line manager and identified, as appropriate, by participating in an annual appraisal.
* To attend all statutory and mandatory training as required.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Under the provision of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, it is the duty of every employee:
* To take reasonable care of themselves and others at work
* To co-operate with the hospice as far as is necessary to enable them to carry out their legal duty
* Not to intentionally or recklessly interfere with anything provided, including personal, protective equipment for health and safety or welfare at work
* Weston Hospicecare operates an In-house NO SMOKING policy for staff.
ADDITIONAL JOB FACTS
Work unsupervised as required.
DATA PROTECTION
You are required to obtain process and/or use information held on computer. This must be undertaken in a lawful way. Data held must not be disclosed in a way that is incompatible with such a purpose. Breaches of confidentiality in relation to data will result in disciplinary action, which may result in dismissal.
SCOPE OF JOB DESCRIPTION
* This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of this post. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties but gives a general indication of work undertaken which may vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities. Substantive changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.
* This job description is subject to periodic review and amendment.
* To undertake any reasonable request by your line manager.
* To undertake specific duties of any other member of the catering team in the event of their absence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
* To support the catering service and staff in the attainment of excellence in the provision of high-quality fresh food to patients, visitors and staff.
* To plan, serve and provide fresh, homemade, high quality, nutritional meals and refreshments for patients, appropriate to any special dietary and ethnic needs.
* To provide staff meals, catering and refreshments, when applicable for users of the Training Rooms.
* To provide meals or buffets as necessary for any other outside body, as required.
* To ensure that the catering facilities comply with current legislation such as: - Food Safety and Health and Safety standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
CATERING RESPONSIBILITIES
*To work within the kitchen preparing the breakfast, lunchtime meals and supper service.
* Prepare, cook and serve the planned dishes on the day from scratch using fresh ingredients, varying the menu if required, depending on the needs of patients and visitors.
* Work closely with the staff on the In-patient Unit, Day Hospice and multi-disciplinary team supporting them to give guidance on meal selections/catering requirements reflecting dietary requirements.
* Ensure the provision of staff refreshments, snacks and meals.
* Ensure the provision of a catering service for training facilities and functions as requested.
*Ensure all meals are prepared according to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) and food health and hygiene systems recording all evidence as required in line with the Environmental Health and Healthcare Commission.
* Support the In-patient Unit kitchen including the checking of stock levels, replenishing goods in date order and recording of fridge/freezer temperatures.
* Adhere to cleaning schedules in the main, In-patient Unit kitchen and staff room are carried out to ensure high standards are maintained to minimise the risk of and spread of infection, and to ensure staff work within Health & Safety, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and infection control guidelines.
*Ensure compliance with all safety aspects of kitchen equipment: used for intended use, stored correctly, kept clean and any defective/broken equipment is reported immediately, taken out of service and labelled accordingly.
* Ensure the reporting of all accidents are recorded in correctly and in a timely manner.
* Work safely with current Health and Safety and Food Hygiene legislation.
* Liaise with the Chef Manager and other catering staff regarding other duties which may be required e.g. baking cakes, preparing vegetables, various cleaning duties in the kitchen and food store.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager, plan the purchasing and provision of all meal and refreshments for patients and staff.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager be responsible for the purchase of catering requisites within budget and manage the receipt of catering goods deliveries.
* In the absence of the Chef Manager, manage the catering rota ensuring adequate staff cover is provided in the kitchen as necessary.
COMMUNICATION
*Demonstrate tact and diplomacy in discussions with patients and staff.
* Use high levels of sensitivity and reassurance in working with patients and their families.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* To maintain confidentiality.
* To work within the policies and guidelines of Weston Hospicecare.
*To be familiar with fire, emergency and safety regulations, ensuring attendance at statutory updates.
* To maintain good working relationships with all members of the hospice staff and volunteers.
EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*To participate in the orientation and development of new staff members and volunteers.
* To keep up to date with current practice and legislation.
* To maintain and improve own competence by attending service and external training sessions as agreed with the line manager and identified, as appropriate, by participating in an annual appraisal.
* To attend all statutory and mandatory training as required.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Under the provision of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, it is the duty of every employee:
* To take reasonable care of themselves and others at work
* To co-operate with the hospice as far as is necessary to enable them to carry out their legal duty
* Not to intentionally or recklessly interfere with anything provided, including personal, protective equipment for health and safety or welfare at work
* Weston Hospicecare operates an In-house NO SMOKING policy for staff.
ADDITIONAL JOB FACTS
Work unsupervised as required.
DATA PROTECTION
You are required to obtain process and/or use information held on computer. This must be undertaken in a lawful way. Data held must not be disclosed in a way that is incompatible with such a purpose. Breaches of confidentiality in relation to data will result in disciplinary action, which may result in dismissal.
SCOPE OF JOB DESCRIPTION
* This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of this post. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties but gives a general indication of work undertaken which may vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities. Substantive changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.
* This job description is subject to periodic review and amendment.
* To undertake any reasonable request by your line manager.
* To undertake specific duties of any other member of the catering team in the event of their absence.
Person Specification
Communication and people skills
Essential
  • * Able to demonstrate effective communication skills with a wide range of people and ability including patients, staff, outside suppliers
  • * Able to communicate effectively in all forms of communication, written, verbal, email
  • * Approachable and friendly
  • * Good timekeeper, reliable and enthusiastic
  • * Self-motivated with appositive, flexible approach to the work rota
  • * Committed to the provision of services for people within the hospice with a life limiting illness
Qualifications
Essential
  • * City and Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent work experience
  • * Current Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
  • * All round experience in catering, gained over at least 5 years
  • * Experience of cooking for 20-30 people per day
  • * Excellent food presentation skills
Desirable
  • * Experience of working in a healthcare environment
  • * Knowledge of dietary requirements for different physical conditions (e.g. diabetes)
  • * Good understanding of nutritional needs
  • * Planning skills for rotas, menus and the provision of nutritionally balanced meals and menus

Person Specification
Communication and people skills
Essential
  • * Able to demonstrate effective communication skills with a wide range of people and ability including patients, staff, outside suppliers
  • * Able to communicate effectively in all forms of communication, written, verbal, email
  • * Approachable and friendly
  • * Good timekeeper, reliable and enthusiastic
  • * Self-motivated with appositive, flexible approach to the work rota
  • * Committed to the provision of services for people within the hospice with a life limiting illness
Qualifications
Essential
  • * City and Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent work experience
  • * Current Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
  • * All round experience in catering, gained over at least 5 years
  • * Experience of cooking for 20-30 people per day
  • * Excellent food presentation skills
Desirable
  • * Experience of working in a healthcare environment
  • * Knowledge of dietary requirements for different physical conditions (e.g. diabetes)
  • * Good understanding of nutritional needs
  • * Planning skills for rotas, menus and the provision of nutritionally balanced meals and menus

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Weston Hospicecare Limited
Address
Jackson-Barstow House
28 Thornbury Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS23 4YQ
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