We have an amazing opportunity for an experienced Night Chef to join the team and support the Sous Chef to improve the customer food service experience by delivering the food offer in accordance with company food quality, standards, procedures and client contractual obligations whilst operating within budget.
Main Responsibilities
- Adhere to all client and company Health amp; Safety policies and procedures at all times e.g. Food Handling, Manual handling, Fire procedures.
- Complete, maintain and update all Food Safety and Health amp; Safety paperwork correctly on a continual basis to ensure full compliance.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all kitchens and surrounding working areas ensuring health amp; safety hazards, issues, near misses amp; accidents are reported to your line Manager at the earliest opportunity.
- Ensure food production methods and all meals are delivered to the required quality standards at the specified times to create a consistent customer experience and avoid any service failures or penalties.
- Ensure all equipment and machinery is in safe working order; all faults/repairs are reported to your line Manager at the first opportunity.
- Provide the highest level of customer service by demonstrating the ESS Way values and behaviours at all times to colleagues, customers and client.
- Assist with the processing of orders via nominated systems by using the correct approved Compass vendors.
- Check invoices and delivery notes and report any anomalies to your line Manager.
- Assist with the receipt, correct storage and quality of food supply and report any concerns or observations to your Line Manager.
- Ensure hot plate procedures including Food Information Regulations and Reference Intake labelling are in place and followed by the team.
- Ensure the recovery and storage of food and correct labelling procedures are followed.
- Follow all recipes provided to ensure full compliance with nutritional/dietary requirements.
- Attend regular training as directed by your line Manager according to the requirements of the company.
Requirements
- 1+ years experience
- Positive communicator with a clear passion for working in a catering environment.
- City and Guilds 706/1,2 or NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
- Basic food hygiene/level 2.
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- IT Literate with knowledge and experience managing people.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Scheme
- Pension
- Group Discounts
- Gym Membership Discount