SNS Recruitment is currently recruiting Qualified & Experienced School & Nursery cooks to cover temporary and ongoing assignments for their clients located around London. We are actively recruiting for chefs to work over the school terms starting immediately. As you will be working within a school / educational institution – this position requires that you have an Enhanced DBS Certificate. (Formerly known as a Criminal records check). If you do not have a DBS Certificate, please inform us & we will assist you to obtain one. Pay Rate & Working hours:
- Pay Rate: £14-16 per hour
- Working Hours: Shift patterns will vary depending on clients booking.
- There are long term and short-term assignments available. (Full-time & part-time positions available)
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation and cooking of a varied range of nutritious food for students and staff at mealtimes
- Serve the food to an exceptional standard and interact with the staff and pupils in an appropriate, knowledgeable and helpful way at all times, in particular with regard to allergens and other dietary requirements
- Assist in the sale, service and clearing of all food, beverages and utensils
- Deputise in stock ordering and menu creation
- Assist with routine and deep cleaning of the kitchen, food storage, service and dining areas, including heavy and light equipment and machinery, crockery and cutlery, in accordance with the cleaning schedule
- Follow established kitchen systems and procedures to guarantee an efficient and organised meal service
- Assist with events and functions as required
- Receive deliveries, ensure correct stock rotation ensuring that all perishable and non-perishable commodities are stored under the correct conditions
- Actively promotes the safety and welfare of our children and young people
- Ensures compliance with data protection rules and procedures
Essential requirements: Confidence in your ability to work in a busy kitchen and to service a large numbers Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking Food Hygiene level 2 certificate Food Allergen awareness certification Minimum of two years’ experience Enhanced DBS certificate. (If you don’t have one, we can assist you in obtaining one!)