MPA are recruiting on behalf of our client Apex housing for a Temporary Ongoing Cook 21 hours per week. This role will be based at Alexander House , in the Derry/Londonderry area. Shift times are 8am-5pm.

Duties will include:

· To manage and oversee the operation of the kitchen within the scheme.

· To manage all food safety and HACCP monitoring records within the kitchen.

· To manage and oversee the catering requirements for a minimum of 15 service users within the scheme

· To undertake and monitor the ordering and stock control of catering supplies for the kitchen

· To plan menus and to provide meals which reflect the nutritional and dietary needs of a minimum of 15 service users

· To cook, prepare and present hot and cold dishes for a minimum of 15 service users

· To fully establish effective food preparation routines.

· To maintain the kitchen area to a high standard of hygiene that adheres to Health and Safety Regulations and Environmental Health Regulations.

· To adhere to the above regulations whilst preparing meals.

· To maintain Environmental Health Regulations and records pertaining to fridge/freezer, food temperatures and storage.

· Ensure you follow workplace Health & Safety procedures and act to minimise the risk of harm in the workplace.

· Ensure that all kitchen equipment is kept in safe working order and any faults are reported to the Catering Services Manager.

· Undertake general kitchen duties and ensure appropriate cleaning products are utilised.

· To adhere to other internal policies, procedures, and guidelines as directly by the Association.

· To meet and achieve RQIA objectives through promoting services and working standards of excellence.

· To keep up to date on statutory requirements particular to catering.

· To show and promote a commitment to the statutory duties under Section 75 of the N.Ireland Act 1998.

· To effectively utilise IT when necessary to fulfil the administrative duties required of the job role such as menu planning, ordering stock and record keeping.

Qualification’s required

· QCF/NVQ level 2, C&G or alternative equivalent qualification in catering

AND

· CIEH Level 2 Food Hygiene

· CIEH Level 2 Food Nutrition

· One years’ experience working as a professional cook catering for 15 or more

· Two years’ experience working as a professional cook catering for 15 or more if you do not hold the above qualification

AND

· Have experience in residential or care related setting.

For full job description contact MPA 028 71360070 or email your CV to erin.omahony@mparecruitment.co.uk

Benefits for You:

· Weekly Pay- (you will be paid every Friday)