Culinary Specialist

1 week ago


Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook to join our team at Potters Bar Clinic. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality meals for our service users, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
  • Maintain good food storage procedures and stock rotation, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Prepare, plan, and cook meals to a consistently high standard, taking into account special requests and dietary requirements.
  • Serve food and beverages to service users, staff, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Prepare and produce food for conferences and banquets, ensuring exceptional presentation and quality.
  • Participate in food costings through effective cost control procedures, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Adhere to 'Safer Food Better Business' standards and record-keeping practices, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
  • Take full shift responsibility for the catering operation, ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Assist the Head Chef in researching and creating new menus, ensuring meals meet high quality and healthy eating guidelines.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork related to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system (HACCP), including fridge temperatures, food temperature logs, and cleaning schedules.
Requirements
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Hold GCSE or equivalent English
  • Hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking
  • Hold Basic Food Hygiene certification (essential)
  • Hold Intermediate Food Hygiene certification (desirable)
  • Have previous experience in a similar environment
  • Have previous experience in delivering a service on a large scale
  • Have experience with menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control, and budget management
About Elysium Healthcare

Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health services, with a network of over 90 services across England and Wales. We offer a unique approach to care, with a focus on delivering high-quality services that meet the needs of our service users. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career, working with a dedicated and supportive team.

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our values and commitment to excellence.

Please note that all staff are required to undergo a DBS disclosure as part of our safer recruitment process.


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