Chef - HPC

Company Description

South West Larder:
Togetherness, Nurture, Pride, Planet

Full Time: 39 hours per week

Salary: £19.99 per hour

Location:

Hinkley Point C

Want to work for a company where Togetherness, Nurture, Pride and Planet are at the heart of everything they do? Then look no further, Somerset Larder produces fresh food and meals to go using locally sourced ingredients from all over the west country. Our philosophy is to nourish the community with amazing produce, to employ local people and to train apprentices for future careers in the catering and hospitality sector.

At Somerset Larder, our Values have been set by our staff. Our Values exist for the good of our working lives and company performance. Our Values are:

• Togetherness - Be a tractor not a trailer.
• Nurture - You grow, I grow, we grow.
• Pride - We can and we will.
• Planet - We’re part of a big picture.

Under the direction of the Chef Manager, you will take pride in ensuring the food we make to order is produced to a high standard of quality. This is a varied and creative role, so you will also assist the Chef Manager in planning our menus and food provision, taking into account any allergen constraints or equipment availability.

• Carry out all catering activities under the direction of the Chef Manager/Chef Supervisor.
• Ensure all food is produced on time to the required quality standards.
• Ensure all incoming raw materials and packaging when delivered are in accordance with specifications and are stored in the correct areas of the site.
• Ensure all kitchen facilities and all equipment are cleaned in accordance with the prescribed method and to the correct schedule.
• Ensure catering service effectiveness, ensuring waste minimised, and write offs within agreed limits, in accordance of the cost plan.
• Ensure all quality records are completed accurately and on time.
• Complete training as commensurate for the role.
• Support a zero harm culture.

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• A flexible approach to working hours.
• Be supportive of colleagues.

• Keen to learn on the job.
• Hold Food Safety Level 2 (or be able to achieve on appointment).

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Able to work independently.
• Have a can-do approach.

• Hygienic approach and manner.
• Committed to zero harm and sustainable practices.

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2 or Commis Chef Level 2.
• Food Safety Level 2 (or able to achieve on appointment).
• Health & Safety Level 2 qualification.
• Basic COSHH.

• Clear verbal and written communicator.
• Able to work well in demanding situations and against time pressures.
• Able to minimise wasteful practices.
• Flexible approach to working hours/days.

• Generous Time Off Savour a well-balanced blend of work and personal time with our generous annual leave allowance (30 days including bank holidays).
• Pension Contributions with Extra Spice Prepare for your future with a pension plan that goes beyond the basics - 5% from you, matched with a hearty 5% from us.
• Life Assurance Our life assurance plan is here to provide peace of mind, so you can focus on serving up excellence.
• Cycle Scheme Get a healthy and eco-friendly start to each day with our cycle scheme - perfect for working up an appetite!
• Comprehensive Family Leave Benefits When life serves up big changes, we’re here to support you with a menu of family leave benefits designed so you can make memories as you care for your family.
• Free Food and Drink on Shift Enjoy a daily free meal/drink so you can fuel up and stay energised.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)/Mental Health First Aiders Tap into our 24/7, all-year round helpline and portal containing resources on health, finances, legal advice and lifestyle tips - a full menu of support options.
• Christmas Shutdown Relax during the festive period whilst the operation is closed between Christmas and New Year - a rarity for the hospitality industry (option to volunteer for skeleton staffing).
• Learning, Development and Apprenticeship Opportunities Stir up new skills with a…