Diet Chef

 

Main characteristics

Location

Ashford, Kent

Company

Randstad Delivery

Salary

£12.57/hour

Employment type

Contract

Category

Hospitality / Hotel

Job summary

Have you got Level 2 Food Hygiene or equivalent qualification? Are you based in or around Ashford?

We are hiring a Diet Chef to support the team at William Harvey Hospital.
The Diet Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to specified schedules for staff, visitors, and the public, including special diets when requested.

Role: Diet Chef

Rate: £12.57 per hour

Location: William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Rd, Willesborough, Ashford, TN24 0LZ

Job Type: Full Time, Contractual Role, Initially for 6 months with the possibility of extension

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week - 5/7 Monday - Sunday (37.5 hours)

Start: As soon as complete the documentation

Essential Qualification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Minimum).
NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Food production or equivalent.
Good communication skills, including the ability to instruct other staff.
Strong customer care skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Understanding of allergens.Key Responsibilities:

Prepare dishes per agreed menus and recipes for retail, functions, and patient feeding operations.
Provide friendly, efficient, and courteous service to internal and external customers, ensuring high customer service standards and maximising retail sales.
Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene standards, adhering to Health and Safety and Quality protocols.
Monitor and maintain food presentation standards in the retail operation.
Participate as a full member of the team, supporting and training other staff, participating in team meetings, and covering other team members as needed.
Contribute to menu planning and service development within the catering department.
Store goods correctly, minimise food wastage, and maintain portion control.
Use and maintain kitchen equipment properly, reporting any faults immediately.
Undertake ad hoc duties as assigned by the manager and within the scope of skill and capability.
Supervise and mentor other staff as required for their development and the effective running of the retail kitchen.
Liaise with dietitians to enhance service delivery.Benefits:

Advice and editing on your current CV
The dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
Paid holiday
Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
Competitive rates of pay If you are interested please send your CV or call (phone number removed).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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