Factory Cook

We have an exciting opportunity to work as a kitchen assistant in our clients Prep Area of within a food manufacturing business, working 6am-6pm on a rolling 4on/4off shift pattern starting at 12.30 per hour. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like to learn & train under a classically trained chef, have variety in their role and learn how to cook in their busy kitchens! This role would suit someone who has food manufacturing experience, a passion for cooking and who would now like to transition into the kitchen.
OWN TRANSPORT ESSENTIAL DUE TO WORKING LOCATION AND WORKING HOURS

Main duties include (but not limited to):

• Under the guidance of the Area Manager, ensure that each product specification is followed, and any anomalies are reported immediately
• Loading and unloading cookers, blast chillers and holding chillers whilst monitoring & documenting product temperatures
• Setting of cooker programmes and delay timers
• Manage products through the manufacturing process in accordance with agreed technical, hygiene & quality standards
• Work efficiently to achieve daily production & cooking plan and communicate any shortfalls or problems in a timely manner
• Operate tools, machines & equipment, for which training will be provided so you can assist in the food manufacturing process
• Maintain full and accurate cooking and cooling records within agreed timescales
• Maintain best hygiene practices when loading and unloading products in order to prevent cross contamination from occurring
• Complete all paperwork as instructed accurately and within specific time frames
• Please note this role includes some heavy lifting

• A passion for cooking and a keen desire to learn
• Good standard of English, both orally & written
• Food Hygiene certificate and basic understanding of health & safety
• Experience of working in food production, an advantage
• Self-motivated, reliable with good timekeeping
• Basic numeric & literacy skills

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & well being programme
• Language training provided
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)
• Catering: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
• Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)