Join the public sector in Ballymena as a Cook and support the delivery of high-quality catering services within a customer-focused environment. You will prepare and cook a variety of meals, working independently or as part of a team, ensuring food is safe, nutritious, and delivered to professional standards.
About the role:
- £Competitive salary
- 30 hours a week
- Public sector role
- Temporary, ongoing role
What you'll be doing in this role:
- To be responsible for preparation, cooking, baking, in all associated areas following the Standardised Recipes , agreed menus and standards.
- To cater for any dietary requirements and special functions as the need may arise.
- To take control of the Catering Department as appropriate in the absence of the supervisor
- To ensure that the food is cooked and stored in hygienic conditions ensuring Safe Food
- To Assist with Stock Control, and management of Wastage
- Ensure record keeping of food temperatures, cold rooms and deep freeze units in line with Food Safety.
What you'll need for this role:
- Undergo an Enhanced Access NI
- Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
- 6 Months Industrial/Commercial cooking to include baking experience
- Knowledge of general hygiene and safe working practices
- COSHH Certificate, FIRE Certificate, Manual Handling Certificate , Food Allergens Certificate
- As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake an Enhanced AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email [email protected] or call Tina on 028 7032 6600 to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.