Culinary Assistant

6 days ago


Wimborne St Giles, United Kingdom BlueGreen Recruit Ltd Full time

Job Title: Assistant Cook

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Assistant Cook to join our team at BlueGreen Recruit Ltd. As an Assistant Cook, you will play a vital role in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deputise for the Cook: In the absence of the Cook, you will be responsible for directing kitchen assistants and ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen.
  • Food Preparation: You will prepare food in accordance with approved menus, ensuring that all dishes meet the required standards of quality and presentation.
  • Support the Cook: You will assist the Cook in the preparation and handling of external meals, including pre-packed frozen meals, for meals-on-wheels delivery and the production of meals for other units.
  • Quality Control: You will check deliveries for quality, quantity, and description, ensuring that all ingredients meet the required standards.
  • Equipment Maintenance: You will ensure the correct and economical use of materials and equipment, maintaining maximum cost efficiency, quality, and safety.
  • Cleaning and Hygiene: You will maintain the cleanliness of kitchen areas and equipment to Directorate and environmental health standards.
  • Reporting and Training: You will report any mechanical defects or environmental faults to the Cook or senior officer on duty and undertake training courses and attend meetings as required.

Person Specification:

  • Essential Skills and Experience:
    • Good food hygiene knowledge
    • Practical cooking skills
    • Some experience of working in a kitchen doing food preparation
    • Good communication skills
    • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Desirable Skills and Experience:
    • Basic food hygiene certificate
    • City & Guilds 706 1&2 equivalent
    • Menu planning
    • Knowledge of ordering
    • Supervision of staff


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