Chef - Southampton, United Kingdom - Security Cleared Jobs

Description

Chef

University Hospital Southampton

Full time hours per week. Working 5 over 7 shift basis (no split shifts)

Salary: £22,739.75 plus Serco benefits.

Main Purpose:

We have an exciting opportunity for a chef to join our Retail and Catering Team here at Serco - University Hospitals Southampton. Retail Catering have three outlets across the hospital site - The Feast Restaurant, Paddy & Scotts Cafe and the Cafe at the Princess Anne Hospital. We also provide hospitality and vending options across the site.

A role offering a good work life balance, you will be working alongside our Head Chef, and established team. 80% of our menus are cooked with fresh ingredients and the Chef role is pivotal in supporting the team in the creation of menus, selecting ingredients, and developing new dishes for our customers. When looking at our menus we consider factors such as taste, presentation, dietary restrictions, and seasonal availability to design a well-rounded menu.

Main Accountabilities:

Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Skilled in various cooking techniques and are responsible for preparing and cooking food to the highest standards.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that all dishes meet the established standards of taste, presentation, and quality. Monitor the cooking process, taste and adjust seasoning, and inspect the final dishes before they are served.

Inventory Management:

• Assisting the head chef and team in managing inventory and ensuring an adequate supply of ingredients. This includes monitoring stock levels, ordering ingredients, and maintaining proper storage and rotation of perishable items.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Assist the head chef and team in enforcing strict hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen. Ensuring proper food handling, sanitation, and adherence to health regulations to maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Effective communication and collaboration with Head chef, kitchen staff, Hostess are essential. To be able to have a personable approach and engage with patients.

What you will need for the role:

• Previous experience of working in a similar hotel / restaurant environment would be advantageous for this role, however not essential as full training will be given. Patterns of work vary across 7 days straight shifts.
• NVQ level 2 or higher preferred.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Hold relevant certificates or be willing to undertake specialist training in specific areas.
• Knowledge & Experience in similar establishment.
• Professional self-starter able to work unaided.
• Highly organised and capable of working in a busy, fast-paced environment.

What we offer

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your familysuch as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans,and more.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
• Company discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shoppingand discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• Interesting and enjoyable work.
• Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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