Food Preparation Specialist

3 weeks ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Thomas Franks Ltd Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Food Preparation Specialist to join our team at Thomas Franks Ltd in Taunton. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional food preparation and presentation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety policies and procedures, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills.

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £23,000 - £26,000 per annum, depending on experience.

About the Role

You will be working in a fast-paced environment, producing high-quality food for our clients. You will have the opportunity to work with fresh seasonal ingredients and create new and innovative dishes.

  1. To work well in a team, providing breakfast, lunch & hospitality.
  2. To produce food for service using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch and following the company's brand standards.
  3. Ensuring company food standards are adhered to and wastage controlled.
  4. Ensuring all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies and allergen control procedures are followed.
  5. Experience of pot wash duties would be an advantage.
About Us

At Thomas Franks Ltd, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional food and service to our clients. We are a dynamic and inclusive company that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits
  • Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc).
  • Free meals on duty.
  • Volunteers leave – up to one day per year.
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Recommend a friend bonus.
  • Unrivalled individual training and development.
  • Well-established apprenticeship programme.
  • Team & company social events.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Workplace pension.
  • Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer.


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