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Cook / Caterer

Sodexo

Cook / Caterer

£24300

Sodexo, Broomhill, Northumberland

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 28 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: f996b750a38c47bfa18043ebbee9c3ae

Full Job Description

  • Meal Preparation : To carry out and instruct kitchen prisoners in the preparation of meals, following approved recipes and menus to cater to a diverse population.
  • Maintain Cleanliness : Ensure that food premises are kept clean and well-maintained to uphold high standards of sanitation and hygiene.
  • Supervise Cleaning Activities : Oversee kitchen prisoners during cleaning activities to maintain safety, health, and security standards.
  • Inspect Goods : Conduct thorough searches of goods received to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Kitchen Security : Control knives and tools using established kitchen security procedures (full training provided).
    • Sodexo's vision for HMP Northumberland is to develop a safe, stable, and progressive environment with modern facilities dedicated to reducing re-offending and enabling individuals to fulfil their potential. Every aspect of the prison is designed to help prisoners make meaningful progress in their sentence and personal development goals within a surrounding culture of rehabilitation.,
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety standards are adhered to for all food storage and preparation.
  • Assist to maintain efficient and secure receipt, storage and issue of foods and provisions and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Complete all relevant daily paperwork.
  • Ensure all food is prepared and handled in accordance with food safety standards.
  • Assist to maintain efficient and secure receipt, storage and issue of foods and provisions and maintain documents related with these systems.
  • Complete kitchen journal daily.
  • report any defective equipment to ensure repairs are processed efficiently.
  • Ensure prisoners comply with cleaning procedures and stock rotation.
  • Ensure all prisoners and visitors adhere to Sodexo Health & Safety procedures and the Food Safety Act 1990.
  • To instruct and oversee the daily workload of prisoners.
  • Ensure meal production timescales are met.
  • Assist with stock taking.
  • Maintain liaison with all other departments within the establishment.
  • conduct food service spot checks to ensure all food legislation and portion control is adhered to.
  • Maintain awareness of security, health and safety at all times and report and issues to the appropriate department promptly.
  • Perform any other duties that are assigned for the development of the establishment.

    Essential
  • Up to date knowledge of Food Safety Standards.
  • Experience and training in Allergen Awareness to current legislation.
  • Awareness of Calorie Counts within a variety of menus.
  • Suitable catering qualifications for example City & Guilds 7061 / 7062 or equivalent NVQ level.
  • Intermediate level of food hygiene certificate.
  • Experience in bulk' catering or catering for large numbers.
  • The ability to support the Director in delivering an effective and efficient catering service.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual.

    At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services .
    • We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity . We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves . We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds . We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations .

    Package Description £ 23,; per annum, from 1 September 2024 the salary increases to £24, per annum . Working Hours hours (Regular Monday Friday pattern). Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer :
  • Sodexo Discounts including Costco Membership, Free Spree cashback card and Gym discounts.
  • Sodexo Retirement Plan.
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs including apprenticeships.
  • Countless opportunities for career development and to grow within the company.
  • Community Online Academy (COA).
  • Employee Lottery.
  • Mental Health First Response Programme.
  • Health and wellbeing incentives including , YuLife and Talk.
  • Reward and Recognition schemes.
  • Flexible working considered.
  • Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Bupa Healthcare Plan.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Free meals (if applicable) and parking on site.
    • Please see benefits guide attached which outlines all of Sodexo's excellent benefits! We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. All offers are subject to full security clearance checks.