Assistant Cook - Knaresborough, United Kingdom - Mellors Catering Services

Mellors Catering Services
Mellors Catering Services
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Knaresborough, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Mellors Assistant Cook

Job details

Salary
£10.50 an hour


Job type
Part-time

Permanent


Qualifications

  • Catering: 3 years (preferred)
  • Cooking: 3 years (preferred)
  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Full Job Description

Mellors Catering Services are currently recruiting for a:

Assistant Cook


Mellors Catering Services is the first-choice contract caterer in the north for catering in the business, industry and education sectors.


From food on the plate to design and turnkey project management of new catering developments, Mellors brings commercial experience and local resources to your organisation.


Our Mission is
:
Top quality service and food create happy and successful people

Job Details:

Environment:
Primary School

Hours: 25 hours per week


Contract:
Permanent, term time only


Location:
Aspin Park Academy Primary School Knaresborough,


Contract Start Date:

ASAP

Basic rate:
£10.50 equated, travelling expenses for mileage 45pence per mile will also be paid.

Accountable To:
Unit Manager when on site

Required to wear uniform as per company guidelines.


As an Assistant Cook your overall role is to assist the Catering Manager to produce the required products on the menu, using fresh ingredients and making the products from fresh.

You will also be responsible for preparing, all cleaning duties and cooking, storing all utensils and crockery in the correct areas, operate and maintain the efficient running of the kitchen equipment e.g.

dishwashing machine.


Maintain high standards and ensure all kitchen surfaces (including walls and floors) and equipment are kept clean to minimise the risk of accidents and maintain high standards of hygiene.

You will ensure that all waste (dry and wet) is disposed of safely and in line with legislation and policy and procedure.

You will also be required to put away all deliveries promptly and ensure the stockroom is clean and accessible.


Duties:


  • Preparation of food and cooking
  • Cooking meals to the menu requirements
  • Serving meals ensuring correct portion control
  • Serving customers in a polite and friendly manner
  • Cleaning kitchen, it's surrounds and equipment
  • General kitchen duties e.g. washing up
  • Using the equipment
  • Ensure food hygiene and health and safety regulation are adhered to at all times
  • Adhere to existing and new working practices, methods, procedures and respond positively to new and alternative systems
  • Taking an active part in any unit sales promotions
  • Participate in training and development
  • Carry out ad hoc duties as directed by Unit Manager
  • Supporting the Unit Manager and providing cover in their absence

Skills:


  • Experience of producing homemade savoury dishes and home baking (sweet products)
  • Minimum of an NVQ in Cookery/Hospitality is preferred
Full Training can be given

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to promote a welcoming environment to our customers
  • Polite and friendly
  • Punctual
  • Work well under pressure
  • Good understanding of food hygiene is essential
  • Experience of working with food previously is essential
  • Neat and tidy in appearance
  • A 'can do' attitude, prepared to assist the rest of the team

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 25 per week


Salary:
£10.50 per hour


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:


  • Catering: 3 years (preferred)
  • Cooking: 3 years (preferred)
  • Full Training can be given

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 25 per week


Salary:
£10.50 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company pension

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Knaresborough, HG5 8LQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:

KA
Expected start date: 18/04/2023
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