Summary
An exciting opportunity to work as an effective member of the Catering Team at Fountain Court; our Residential Care Unit in Smethwick. You will assist in providing nutritional meals whilst undertaking a Level 2 Production Chef qualification. Please note you must be aged 18 years plus in order to apply, due to the times worked/shift system in place.
Wage
£14,526.20 a year
Training course
Production chef (level 2)
Hours
Working 5 days out of 7 on a Rota system - to include some weekends and bank holidays. Shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 7 April
Duration
1 year
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
* To assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of nutritional meals for service users
* To assist with the care, maintenance and cleaning of all kitchen equipment in use in the kitchen and throughout the Care Centre
* Assist with the ordering of supplies; maintaining kitchen records of stock levels and inventories
* Keeping kitchen records of fridge temperatures
* Ensure food hygiene standards are being met at all times
* To undertake, hold and maintain a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
* To comply with legislation in relation to Food Hygiene and Infection Control standards and procedures
* To attend in service training and external training as appropriate, consistent with job role and responsibilities
* To be aware of own training needs and be committed to your own continuing professional development
* Report any accidents/complaints/untoward incidents to the Management Team in a timely fashion and in accordance with existing policies and procedures
* To report any incident of ill treatment to a resident, to the Manager and, if not satisfied with appropriateness of the action taken, to Senior Management
* It is your responsibility to carry out your duties in line with the Council's policy on equality and be sensitive and caring to the needs of the disadvantaged, promoting a positive approach to a harmonious working environment, in line with the Equality Act 2010
* The post holder must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Council's policy, organisation and arrangements for Health and Safety at Work Act
Where you’ll work
Fountain Court
Millpool Way
Smethwick
B66 4HW
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SANDWELL COLLEGE
Your training course
Production chef (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Check, prepare, assemble, cook, regenerate, hold and present food meeting the needs of the customers and maintaining organisational standards and procedures.
* Use kitchen tools and equipment correctly to produce consistently high quality dishes according to specifications.
* Take responsibility for the cleanliness, organisation and smooth running of the work area.
* Produce dishes to suit individuals’ specific dietary, religious and allergenic needs as required.
* Operate within all regulations, legislation and procedural requirements.
* Complete and maintain documentation to meet current legislative guidelines.
* Use effective methods of communication with all colleagues, managers and customers to promote a positive image of yourself and the organisation.
* Work in a fair and empathetic manner to support team members while offering a quality provision.
* Work to ensure customer expectations are met.
* Work collaboratively to uphold the vision, values and objectives of the organisation.
* Use technology appropriately.
* Maintain quality and consistency in food production by using resources in line with organisations’ financial constraints, style, specifications and ethos.
* Identify own learning style, personal development needs and opportunities and take action to meet those needs.
* Use feedback positively to improve performance.
Your training plan
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, and you will receive visits from a college assessor.
More training information
The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% off the Job Training and a robust programme of Mandatory Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include Workplace Professionalism and Equality & Diversity.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English Language (grade 4-9 / A-C)
* Maths (grade 4-9 / A-C)
Other in:
* Literacy (grade Level 2)
* Numeracy (grade Level 2)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
* Physical fitness
* Cleanliness
* Food hygiene awareness
* Safeguarding
* Empathy
* Client confidentiality
* Data protection
* Flexibility
* Respectful
Other requirements
Proof of Qualification Certificates will be required upon application. You must be aged 18 plus, able to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, wear a uniform and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, and flexible to work on a rota system. It would be advantageous to be physically fit due to the moving and handling of stock items