Cook With Enhanced CRB

Who You Are

We need someone who is experienced in food preparation for approximately 60 people at a time. You should be flexible, proactive, and able to work independently. Being comfortable with juggling tasks and solving problems on the go is essential. You must be able to work evenings and weekends when required. It is important to hold an up-to-date enhanced DBS certificate, and ideally, a valid driving license due to our remote location.

What the Job Involves

Your role will involve planning, preparing, cooking, and serving meals to school pupils visiting The Hive environmental education centre on residential trips. You'll be responsible for preparing breakfast (hot and cold options) and dinner (hot options), while lunch (cold options) will be served by other team members. Key responsibilities include ensuring healthy, nutritious meals are served, maintaining spotless kitchen facilities, and meeting food safety and hygiene standards. You'll also need to manage dietary and allergen requirements, along with stock, supplies, and deliveries.

Skills

• Catering experience in education or care-based settings
• Meal planning and preparation
• Food safety and hygiene knowledge
• Dietary and allergen management
• Stock and supply management
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Time management
• Effective communication