Cook

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting for a Cook for our client-based Liverpool. The main purpose of the role is the preparation and serving of nutritionally balanced and attractively presented meals. Ensure that the kitchen operates efficiently and is a safe and hygienic working environment. Responsibilities for the Cook: * Plan menus, in discussion with the Manager, to provide balanced, varied and interesting meals. * Provide for any special diets as required. * Check on food stocks, and order supplies as required. * Check the quality of food from suppliers and report any deficiencies. * Organise and supervise the catering service, prepare, cook and serve meals; clear, clean and wash-up with the assistance of other staff. * Comply with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety in the kitchen and other catering areas. * Supervise and assist in the training of staff and catering students on placement, if required. * Prepare for and attend performance review sessions, team meetings and service users' meetings, as required. * Participate in training and other development activities, as required. * Participate in the general day to day activities of the service with the aim of creating a supportive atmosphere where service users can achieve or retain maximum independence. * Undertake any other duties, as directed from time to time to meet the operational requirements of the service. Working Hours: 08:30am to 5:30pm Requirements for the Cook: * Catering Qualification (e.g. City and Guilds or BTEC) * Basic food Hygiene Certificate * Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate * A thorough understanding of Food Safety * Ability to undertake all aspects of catering * Enhanced DBS