Chef

Job description

Job responsibilities

To organise the preparation and cooking of meals to the required standard for the both the restaurants and patients. Including special diets and Function work.

Observing correct safe working procedures in accordance with the provisions of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.

To maintain all due-diligence processes relating to cook-chill cooking procedures as stated in the food safety policy.

Ensuring economical and correct use of all materials and equipment.

Training new staff members in using equipment.

To liaise with the Supervisor to ensure the Food Service is always to the correct standard in presentation and portion controls

Assist during service and liaise with patients/customers offering assistance and advice.

Involved in and keeping informed of current market trends and technical advances for food and menu content.

Observing standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times.

Maintaining a neat and tidy place of work including undertaking light cleaning duties.

Maintaining a neat and tidy appearance at all times.

To report any mechanical or safety defects and need for repairs to the Supervisor/Team leader for immediate action.

To observe and maintain the relevant Health & Safety regulations as laid out in the Food Safety Act 1990.

To report any accident immediately, following the accident procedure.

To ensure the correct procedures are maintained and followed for all Fire Precautions as laid out within Hospital Guidelines.

Attend training courses where necessary.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

Confidentiality / Data Protection / Freedom of Information

Post holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 1998. Post holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1998 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information.

Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2005, post holders must apply the Trusts FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information.

with to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.

Person Specification

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

• Self - motivating.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Patient, organised and friendly.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Good Customer Care Skills
• Problem solving.
• Team Building and Motivation
• Ability to motivate staff and delegate duties

Desirable

• Evidence of Staff Motivation

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a similar environment.
• An understanding of diet requirements
• Previous experience of Stock Management and ordering
• IT Literate

Desirable

• Previous experience of supply and distribution

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to fulfil the role as described in line with the Trust Manual handling Policy and the Equality Act

Qualifications/Education

Essential

• Maths and English L2
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Catering/Chef Qualification e.g City and Guilds or NVQ 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Level 4 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Health and Safety Training
• Manual Handling Policy knowledge

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Thomas' Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)