Key Requirements Of The Role
* Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the Kitchen and act up as required in the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.
* Be a champion of our food offering on campus and deliver food services for patient feeding and the restaurant.
* Have a good understanding of IDDSI and ensure the safe production of all special diets provided through patient feeding services.
* To follow the Catering Hygiene Policy guidelines along with Aramark's dress code policy, always maintaining a clean uniform and hygienic appearance.
* Support the Head Chef in the training and development of Commis Chefs and aiding other kitchen staff as directed by the Head Chef or Sous Chef.
* Observe Aramark & the hospital's confidentiality policy.
* Follow HACCP guidelines and ensure that all the necessary information is being recorded accurately and efficiently.
* Ensure correct stock rotation procedures are followed, using the FIFO rule.
* Observe infection control and HACCP policies in food handling storage, wearing gloves and proper protective equipment.
* Adhere to the prescribed dress code and wear all safety and hygiene clothing and equipment as required.
* Know and follow fire and disaster plan, report of injuries, lifting techniques, Universal precautions, and MSDS policies and procedures.
* Ensure the correct manual handling procedures are adhered to when lifting or moving anything while working.
* Observe the correct use and care of equipment, reporting any defects in materials or equipment properly.
* Co-operate fully and participate in all health and safety training programmes.
* Comply with and adhere to all Aramark & Hospital policies and procedures.
* Have requisite working experience, culinary expertise, and creativity.
* Ability to multi-task and handle multiple roles as required, with a good understanding of all sections of the kitchen.
* Have good organizational skills and work consistently with attention to detail.
* Participate in training and development programmes as required.
* Engage with and maintain our ISO standards within the Production Kitchen and stores.
* Follow all reasonable requests from the Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Sous Chef.
What we are offering you:
* Meals provided while at work
* Uniform and shoes provided
* Advancement opportunities available for employees who would like to build and develop their career with us
* Basic training given and additional training opportunities offered
* Sick pay scheme
* Company pension scheme available
You must have:
* Previous experience in a similar role in a fast-paced catering business
* An interest in people and the drive to deliver exceptional service
* A strong background in food production
* Knowledge of Food Hygiene, including HACCP
* A problem-solving mind and solutions-oriented approach with a flexible can-do attitude
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