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St Luke's Hospice is a local charity providing compassionate care to people whose illnesses are no longer curable. We promote dignity in dying and empower people to make the choices they want, from the moment they are diagnosed.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual passionate about hospitality, looking to make a meaningful impact in a charity with a compassionate cause. Join St Luke's Hospice as a Cook working weekends only to support us in delivering exceptional care through nutritious and delicious meals and patient interaction.
About the role
You will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals that meet the dietary needs of our patients as well as for the public in our busy Sunflower Café. The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare team to ensure that all meals are nutritious, safe, and tailored to the individual preferences of our patients.
Key Responsibilities for Cook
To prepare/provide a full, nutritional and balanced diet for patients (in conjunction with the nursing and/or medical staff), visitors, and staff of St. Luke’s Hospice.
* To undertake all cooking duties for The Sunflower Café and provide high-quality food at all times. These would include breakfast, lunch, and specials menus, cake baking and decorating in-house, preparing afternoon teas, seasonal menus, buffet functions, and large catering events.
* To prepare all foods in strict accordance with Allergens and Food Safety Guidelines.
* To prepare all meals to a high culinary standard, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in the execution of these duties, as well as assisting to provide the homely atmosphere required in special relation to catering.
* To help co-ordinate the Catering team day-to-day, assisting with Front of House and Back of House duties when required. To plan service development in conjunction with the Catering Supervisor and Hospitality and Catering Manager and the Catering Team, deputising for the Catering Supervisor in their absence.
Salary and Contract for Cook Position
Pay rate: £11.67 to £12.86 per hour, depending on experience.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time 15 hours per week (Saturdays and Sundays)
Location: Thurrock Hospice (On-Site - RM14)
About you
Skills and Qualifications for the Cook position:
Essential
* Previous experience as a cook or chef.
* Knowledge of allergens, dietary requirements, and nutrition.
* Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
* Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
* Previous experience as a cook or chef in a healthcare setting or similar environment.
* Previous experience as a cook or chef in a commercial setting or similar environment.
* Experience in creating specialised diets (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, gluten-free).
* Experience working in a hospice or similar healthcare environment.
* Experience with cake making and decorating.
* Experience with customer-facing duties, including cash handling, operating tills, and making "Barista Style" drinks.
* Food Safety Certificate Level 2 or equivalent.
Personal Characteristics for the Cook position
* Passion for cooking and caring for others through food.
* Broad knowledge of basic catering styles.
* Attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
* Empathy for the ethos of the Hospice.
* Resilient and able to cope with challenging situations.
* Reliable and trustworthy.
* Adaptable and willingness to upskill where necessary.
About Applying
When applying, ensure you provide answers to our questions, your latest CV, and a supporting statement, detailing the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the role. Applications must be submitted by 12.00pm on 31 January 2025.
Right to Work
St. Luke's Hospice is unable to sponsor work permits or visas. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
At St Luke's Hospice, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes for the people who access our services. We particularly welcome applications from disabled, LGBT+, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates as these groups are currently under-represented in our teams. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of access requirements for people who have a disability.
Department: Corporate Services
Role: Cook
Location: Thurrock Hospice
About St. Luke's Hospice
We are a local charity providing compassionate care to people whose illnesses are no longer curable. We promote dignity in dying and empower people to make the choices they want, from the moment they are diagnosed.
Our care considers people’s medical, spiritual, and emotional needs, including support for loved ones and carers. Anyone living in Basildon and Thurrock can call on us 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Working alongside other healthcare providers, our specialist services are available at the hospice, out in the community, or in a person’s place of residence. Together, we fulfil people’s choices at the end of their life.
We are a charity and the services we provide are free. We rely on voluntary income from local people to deliver the care they deserve.
Founded in 1983
Co-workers: 650
Turnover: £9.8M
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