Retail Catering Chef

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will prepare, cook and present food for patients, staff and visitors at breakfast, lunch, dinner and hospitality services following the agreed recipes and standards set by the Trust and will ensure that all work undertaken is in line with Trust and legislated health, safety and security policies and procedures

Whilst maintaining a healthy, safe and secure working environment, as a Retail Catering Chef you will:

Assist the Back of House Supervisor with menu planning and menu development.

plan the production of special diets in accordance with standard recipes as advised by ward-based teams and Trust Dieticians on request.

Advise staff/ patients/ clients of menu changes and dietary information.

Provide competent advice to patients/ staff and visitors on allergy and food intolerance queries.

carry out all tasks with due regard to Health and Safety, food safety regulations and all legislation.

to plan and prioritise cooking methods, time and procedures and recognising new menu or menu changes at short notice.

ensure that your area of work is clean and tidy at all times.

ensure correct materials and methods are used at all times and that all equipment is kept clean and in good working order.

report faulty machinery/equipment immediately.

ensure utilisation of food, materials and equipment is carried out in an efficient manner.

ensure all food goes out to patients, visitors and staff at agreed times.

ensure that the correct use of the recipe file and assisting in its review and compilation is carried out as required.

accurately record all food wastage and report to Back of House Supervisor or Retail Catering Manager as applicable

check dates on food and dispose of any food which has expired its use by or best before date.

complete and record all cleaning and temperature records as required.

assist the Back of house Supervisor or Service Manager in identifying staff in need of support to ensure they are able to carry out their role effectively.

assist the Back of house Supervisor and Retail Catering Manager in the delivery of day-to-day objectives and targets for the retail catering service.

develop and maintain effective working relationships within the Trust.

deal with any incidents or complaints received speedily and effectively.

act at all times in a professional manner, providing a helpful, friendly and welcoming service and environment.

maintain a clean, neat and tidy appearance, complying with uniform and hand care guidelines and high standards of personal hygiene.

Individual would need to operate within the health, hygiene, food preparation and cooking procedures.

participate as required, in regular team meetings, performance reviews, toolbox talks, return to work discussions and co-operate with accident and other investigations.

engage in the process to identify personal development and training needs and attend agreed training programmes.

report immediately, to the line manager and/or other appropriate person any faults or defects to Trust equipment or premises, especially those which could be dangerous.

complete and record all cleaning and temperature records as required.

This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended to be a complete list. You may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.

You will be required to maintain compliance with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.

Person Specification

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their needs.

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification and knowledge for special dietary requirements acquired through training and experience to diploma or equivalent level.

Desirable

• Intermediate 3 Food Hygiene IOSH Working Safely or working toward

Experience

Essential

• Relevant industry experience of successfully working in a retail catering services environment (public or private sector) at a similar level.2 Knowledge of HACCP2 Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Industry experience in health care kitchen environment &/or Experience of working in a public sector environment2 Knowledge/previous experience of Health and Safety Legislation: The Food Act 1990 Food Hygiene Regulations 1995

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

• Well-developed IT literacy, particularly word processing and excel spreadsheets.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Demonstrable good interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

Essential

• Highly skilled in the use of specialised chef equipment i.e., knifes for filleting, butchering etc.

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

• Have a good standard of the English language both written and oral2 Structured approach to working. Ability to prioritise own and work of the team effectively. (Team player) Ability to focus on priorities and deliver within planned timescales. Adaptable and flexible to deal with competing service demands. Ability to perform and deliver under pressure of deadlines. Ability to work unsupervised

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)