Chef/Cook

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account The preparation, cooking and service of meals for patients, staff, and visitors serving freshly cooked nutritious and healthy food. To follow recipes accurately, to identify allergens in food and to ensure correct number of portions are produced for correct consistency flavour and texture. The assessment of good portion control, managing food waste. To understand special dietary needs, for health, follow texture modified diets under the IDDSI guidelines, religious or cultural reasons and to communicate special diet information to staff and customers. To deal with all ward / customer liaisons in an effective and courteous manner at all times, whether over the telephone or one to one basis when required to do so. Ability to work on own initiative. Take food orders by telephone using the call order system and cook food as requested. To keep clean all working areas and cleaning of work equipment when used. To ensure that all Health, Safety and Food Hygiene Legislation is observed, which will include assisting with the cleaning schedules for all catering areas and equipment. To undertake all activities as prescribed in the Assured Safe Catering procedures and as instructed by the Catering Supervisor or manager. To be capable of working alone in the supervisors absence To work at other units beyond the normal rostered pattern as required, sites being Radbourne or Kingsway. Complete staff surveys and follow Trust values. Ensure all mechanical, electrical, and structural defects which require repair are reported to the supervisor. Make yourself aware of and comply with all Trusts policies and procedures. To carry out any other duties within the kitchen as requested by the Catering Supervisor or Manager.