Chef (Defence)

Sodexo ,
Winchester, Hampshire

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Job Description

Job Introduction We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Chef to join our busy team. This is a great opportunity for a customer focused individual to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression. Job Purpose * The Preparation, cooking and service of food to the highest standards as per the company standards and policies Role Responsibility Accountabilities or "what you have to do" * Assist the in the ordering, control and correct storage of food stuffs * Reporting of defects to the * To maintain the required high operational and personal standard of hygiene and presentation at all times in compliance with the Food Safety Act * Compliance by you to the Health and Safety Act and COSHH regulations * Ensure that you adhere to the correct disposal and storage of all food items as directed by the * Ensure accurately taking and recording temperatures of fridges and freezers, hot cabinets, serveries in line with Sodexo's Safety Management System (SMS) * To ensure that all foods served under your control are served and held at the required temperatures (probed and recorded) * Ensure that the kitchen area that you are working in is clean and hygienic at all times * Ensure that the handing over procedures and opening up /closing down procedures are complied to, with emphasis on safety and security * To continue to develop one's own skills / knowledge within the position * To undertake any other reasonable task as directed. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or "What it will look like when you are doing the job well" * Contribution to gross profits and improvements to budget performance as determined by segment business objectives * The improvement and monitoring in health and safety, environment, risk, client satisfaction and quality The Ideal Candidate Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential * Must have one of the following qualifications or equivalent:- City and Guilds 706/1 and 2, NVQ level 2and possess a basic level food safety certificate * Good numerical and communication skills, must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication * Knowledge of health & safety and food safety * Able to work on own initiative within a team environment * Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards Desirable * IOSH and CIEH qualifications or equivalent * Proven track record of employment within the catering industry * Experience of working in a military environment Contextual or other information * Travel and overnight stay may be required to undertake training and other business requirements * May be required to work unsociable hours in line with business requirements * Flexibility on work schedule will be required at times Sodexo Attached documents * Chef.doc Apply