Culinary Expert

2 weeks ago


Midhurst, West Sussex, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Culinary Expert to join our team at Middlewood Clinic. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals to a consistently high standard, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Head Chef for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
  • Maintain good food storage procedures and stock rotation according to established procedures.
  • Prepare, plan and cook meals to a consistently high standard, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit.
  • Serve service users, staff and visitors with food and beverage in a professional and courteous services manner.
  • Prepare and produce foods for conferences and banquets.
  • Participate in food costings through effective cost control procedures.
  • Adhere to the 'Safer Food Better Business' standards and record keeping.
  • Adhere strictly to Food Hygiene Regulations and other safety procedures at all times.
  • Take full shift responsibility for the catering operation.
  • Assist the Head Chef by researching and creating new menus ensuring meals are of a high quality and compliment healthy eating guidelines.

Requirements

  • To be 18 years or older.
  • GCSE or equivalent English.
  • City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking.
  • Basic Food Hygiene (essential).
  • Intermediate Food hygiene (desirable).
  • Previous experience in a similar environment.
  • Previous experience in delivering a service on mass.
  • Menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control and budget experience.

About the Team

Middlewood Clinic provides care and treatment for men and women who have an eating disorder including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and atypical eating disorders. Our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) at Middlewood Clinic will be made up of the Registered Manager, Consultant Psychiatrist, Nurses, Healthcare Workers, Psychologist, Dietician, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker.

What We Offer

  • Annual salary of £29,200 (including a £1,200 location allowance).
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off.
  • Free meals.
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
  • Pension contribution to secure your future.
  • Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
  • Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

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