Chef Assistant

The Chef Assistants job is demanding yet fulfilling, to get the most out of it you will need to be able to do the following:

Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure an accurate exchange of information about catering tasks and service needs

Communicate with a range of customers in person and over the telephone to understand individual needs and provide information relating to the catering service

Undertake all duties relating to food service, including:-

• preparing food service areas and equipment
• serving food and drinks at hospitality events held on Trust premises and occasionally in other locations
• delivering and collecting meal trolleys to/from wards and departments
• clearing and tidying up after any catering operation

Prepare simple food items using appropriate food preparation equipment, including:

• washing, cutting and weighing of ingredients
• cooking simple food and snacks
• storage of food item
• Undertake cleaning either manually or using mechanical equipment provided e.g. cleaning of areas, washing of crockery, cutlery and utensils
• Report any defective equipment or health and safety hazards to immediate supervisor
• Proactively support the continued development of the catering service
• Maintain and develop own competence