Key Responsibilities:
Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of meals, following recipes and cooking standards to maintain high-quality and nutritious food.
Workstation Setup: Organise, wash, and set up your assigned workstation, ensuring all necessary ingredients and equipment are readily available, including dish washing.
Menu Contribution: Collaborate with the culinary team to contribute ideas and suggestions for menu planning that meet the dietary needs of our residents.
Timely Preparation: Ensure all dishes are prepared efficiently and to the appropriate standard, with special attention to dietary requirements and allergies.
Safety and Hygiene: Operate in a safe and responsible manner, following recognised techniques, HACCP procedures, and company policies to maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
Requirements:
Previous experience in a similar position within a kitchen environment, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of food preparation.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment.
Self-starter with a strong commitment to food hygiene best practices.
Flexibility and adaptability, with a hands-on approach to culinary tasks.
Must have completed a culinary arts programme or a training course.