Bank Chef - Avery Priory Court Care Home - Stamford

Company: Avery - Priory Court Care Home
Location: Stamford, PE9 2EU
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Between £200.00 and £375.00 per week
Sector: Health, Public Services and Care
Ref: VAC-01013
Application Deadline Date: 26/08/2022
Start Date: 29/09/2022
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Daytime shifts only

Brief Description

As part of the Avery bank chef team, we will let you know when a shift is available in your area so you can work when you choose and maintain a great work-life balance.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent qualification)

To be considered for the Bank Chef list, it is essential that you have demonstrative culinary experience, preferably in a hospitality environment, accompanied by a relevant catering qualification and, as a minimum, the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Personal Qualities

Self-motivated, ability to work on own initiative
Good interpersonal skills
Have a positive approach to change and ability to manage change
Positive attitude to Health & Safety

Skills Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to have a flexible approach to workload and manage your own time
To be actively involved in own personal development

Training to be Provided

Customer Service qualification including Functional Skills in Maths and English if required

Future Prospects

Opportunity to progress to higher level qualifications throughout your career.

Vacancy Detail

Qube Learning are working in partnership with The Princes Trust on a new Health Care Sector project for 16-30 year olds. This project is designed to help young people into any role within the sector.
This specific position has been recognised as a opportunity that fits in with the locations and roles we currently working with.

If you are aged 16-30 years old and apply for this fantastic opportunity, you will automatically be invited onto the programme. You will receive tailored support and guidance to help you in your application. After receiving your application we will contact you to book you in for a short induction, explain more about the programme & role and how we can help you!

When you choose to work an available shift you will work with our permanent team, providing a comprehensive, high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall well-being of the residents. Our aim is to offer a variety of food which is nutritious seasonal, thoughtful and nourishing. Good quality food with inspirational cuisine can be both a treat and healthy, so no residents will have to feel guilty or left out when enjoying our food offering.

To be considered for the Bank Chef list, it is essential that you have demonstrative culinary experience, preferably in a hospitality environment, accompanied by a relevant catering qualification and, as a minimum, the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

A typical bank chef shift could include:
Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff, providing instruction and demonstration to unqualified staff on simple food preparation activity.
Understand the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
Monitor and report the temperatures of refrigerators and freezers to ensure food is stored safely.
Prepare and oversee the cleaning rota, to ensure the regular cleaning of all kitchen areas, equipment and appliances to meet the high standards of cleanliness necessary in food storage, preparation and service areas.
Prepare and cook all daily meals for residents and staff and provides catering for special occasions.
Understand personal responsibilities in relation to the Health & Safety at Work Acts and fire safety and evacuation procedures and demonstrates a working knowledge of COSHH assessments applicable in own work area.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with all residents, family, visitors and colleagues.

*Competitive Salary Rates*

Other Information

Please note that as part of the application and employment process you shall be asked to confirm your COVID-19 vaccination status, including if required, your agreement to be vaccinated if not yet administered, your agreement to ongoing vaccinations throughout the duration of your employment as well as confirming your agreement to regular COVID-19 testing. This information is required to ensure the safety and well-being of all our residents and staff, and shall be held in the strictest of confidence.