Cook

Recruitment - Cook

A Cook is required to work in a unique position within a small Religious Community based in Colchester - The Canonesses of the Holy Sepulchre.

We are looking for individuals that are warm-hearted, professional and committed to providing a high-quality dining experience who, in addition, have a background knowledge of the nutritional requirements of an ageing Community.

Shift pattern: 1200hrs to 1900hrs

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Job specification:

• Collaboration with menu preparation appropriate for the Community
• Ensuring all food preparation is to the highest quality standard
• Cooking and presentation of meals
• To ensure the smooth operation/organisation of the kitchen
• Online shopping and stock rotation/management
• Overall responsibility for high hygiene standards within the kitchen
• To ensure all health and safety regulations are in place and enforced

Required:

• Proven experience as a cook within a similar/complementary setting
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients and equipment appropriate to the Community
• Strong attention to detail with excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Training certificates. Mandatory training will be provided
• Food and Hygiene certificate - essential
• All qualifications and certificates will be checked for their authenticity
• Two employer references. Not a relative.
• Right to work and DBS
• Free Uniform
• Rate of pay: Negotiable, depending on experience, qualifications and availability.

Application closing date: 13/11/2024

Interview date: 21/11/2024