Cook/Chef - Reed : Job Details

Our client is looking for a friendly Cook to join their team on a temporary basis whilst they recruit for the position permanently, producing fresh meals for patients and staff according to a daily menu at their Canterbury site.

• Producing nutritionally balanced meals for patients, staff and visitors according to a daily menu.
• Liaising with other professionals in respect of special diets, that might be required for individual patients.
• Ensuring the required standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained at all times.
• Providing supervision and guidance to Catering Assistants.
• Deputising for the Head Chef as required.

The post holder must ensure that food preparation is completed to a high standard, in line with standards expected within a healthcare and catering environment.

This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) Working days will be between Monday and Sunday. The successful candidate will be required to work early and/or late shifts, between the hours of 6:30AM – 20:00PM.   You will be provided with on-site parking, a uniform and subsidised meals during your work day.

To be successful in this role you should:

• Have experience of working in a professional kitchen or similar environment
• Possess Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and / or relevant catering qualifications
• Ability to work using own initiative and without supervision
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

If you are immediately available and have the experience required please apply asap , this role is to start immediately, Ideally you will be available on a temp basis but for the right candidate this could be a permanent position