Job Description

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About The Role

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If you are a Chef with the understanding how busy kitchen operates then we could have just the role for you.



Are you newly qualified or established in your career and looking for shifts to supplement your current employment? We are currently looking for a Chef to join our Catering Team at the Practice Plus Hospital Birmingham, and we want to hear from you! You'll be joining us on a Bank basis to cover ad-hoc occasional shifts as per your availability.



From ear, nose and throat treatments, to foot and ankle surgery, here at Practice Plus Group, the secondary care we provide is second to none. The consistently high CQC ratings our hospitals and surgical centres receive bear testimony to that. And our success is all down to the care, skill and commitment shown by our teams across the UK.



If you have any questions, contact rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com

Applicants

must have the right to work in the UK

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What you'll be doing

The role is to assist the Head Chef with the development and delivery of all aspects of the catering service within the Hospital.



Ensuring that the preparation and presentation of food complies with the required standards and costs are controlled within budget whilst maximising the customer experience through the production of interesting and creative menus.



This is not your typical hospital food. We pride ourselves on creating fresh and delicious food for our patients and staff, and have the space to create varied and exciting meals!



We are looking for someone who has a strong understanding of and can insure that systems are in place so that all staff are aware and can work in accordance with legislation and Company policies pertaining to Health and Safety, COSHH and infection control;.


To assist the Head Chef with ensuring that all equipment used in the department is in good working order and is used appropriately. To assist the Head Chef to ensure stock levels are maintained and that re-ordering of equipment and stores are in line with company policy and within department budget Good communication and interpersonal skills Someone who in the absence of the Head Chef can plan and organise workload and staff skill mix availability to accommodate all department throughput and provide adequate cover in order to provide an efficient service.




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What we'll look for in you

You'll have an NVQ2 and practical experience catering.

What you can expect in return

An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments Varied career development opportunities * Increased days of annual leave with years of service.