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Job description

To assist the team in providing the highest possible standard of food and hygiene to the scheme.

Responsibilities

• To plan and implement a menu for residents taking into account: - hygiene, nutrition, variety, personal preference, special diets.
• To maintain an efficient and cost effective system for ordering all goods, foods and vegetables necessary for the preparation and cooking of meals.
• To maintain the overall safety of the scheme in accordance with the Health and Safety policy. Specifically Health and Safety Hygiene for the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Observing correct use and care of all equipment.
• Ensure that kitchen supplies and cleaning materials are well stocked and stored safely through liaison with the manager or authorised person.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• To be willing to work various shifts including weekends.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent, or willingness to work towards
• Experience of maintaining Health and Safety and Hygiene Standards.
• Proven ability to work independently to undertake a range of routine tasks.
• Proven ability of planning and preparing menus and be able to order accordingly to meet the needs of the clients.

Further Information

Location: Greenvale - 21 Rossmore Drive, Belfast, BT7 3LA