Job summary We have the following posts available : -27 hours per week -15 hours per week Please declare your preference in your application. About the Team As a Chef/Cook, you'll be the backbone of our culinary operations, whipping up mouth watering meals and ensuring our customers are treated to nutritious delights. Your culinary creations will be the highlight of their day Main duties of the job About the Role Based in Keynsham, you will be delivering a nutritious mid-day meal to the customers living within the extra care service at Hawthorn court or to people visiting any of the day services. Opportunity awaits as you bring your catering knowledge to different groups of our community. This isn't just a job; it's a commitment to making a difference. Embrace a permanent position offering either 15/27 hours per week, working on a two-week fixed rota. That includes weekends and bank holidays because great food and care don't take a day off We also have a Bank team and we welcome successful applicants of permanent positions to also be part of this team, this will allow you the flexibility to pick up additional hours to fit around you and your personal commitments. As our services expand and develop, there may be opportunity in the future to increase contractual hours or expand your role, we are looking for great people with energy and enthusiasm to grow with us, if this is you then apply. About us Working at Bath &North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £24,294 to £24,702 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number RITM0182835A Job locations Charlton House Keynsham Bath and North East Somerset BS31 1BF Job description Job responsibilities At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. We have the following posts available : 27 hours per week 15 hours per week Please declare your preference in your application. About the Team As a Chef/Cook, you'll be the backbone of our culinary operations, whipping up mouth watering meals and ensuring our customers are treated to nutritious delights. Your culinary creations will be the highlight of their day About the Role Based in Keynsham, you will be delivering a nutritious mid-day meal to the customers living within the extra care service at Hawthorn court or to people visiting any of the day services. Opportunity awaits as you bring your catering knowledge to different groups of our community. This isn't just a job; it's a commitment to making a difference. Embrace a permanent position offering either 15/27 hours per week, working on a two-week fixed rota. That includes weekends and bank holidays – because great food and care don't take a day off We also have a ‘Bank team’ and we welcome successful applicants of permanent positions to also be part of this team, this will allow you the flexibility to pick up additional hours to fit around you and your personal commitments. As our services expand and develop, there may be opportunity in the future to increase contractual hours or expand your role, we are looking for great people with energy and enthusiasm to grow with us, if this is you then apply. Essentials and desirables: Food Handling & Hygiene certificate Teamwork and collaboration Good communication skills Flexibility and adaptability Experience in catering environments. Willingness to support a range of services and partners. Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Zoltan Simko, Hospitality Services Manager, Zoltan_Simkobathnes.gov.uk or call 07977066794. Interview date: TBC Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check. Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks. Job description Job responsibilities At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. We have the following posts available : 27 hours per week 15 hours per week Please declare your preference in your application. About the Team As a Chef/Cook, you'll be the backbone of our culinary operations, whipping up mouth watering meals and ensuring our customers are treated to nutritious delights. Your culinary creations will be the highlight of their day About the Role Based in Keynsham, you will be delivering a nutritious mid-day meal to the customers living within the extra care service at Hawthorn court or to people visiting any of the day services. Opportunity awaits as you bring your catering knowledge to different groups of our community. This isn't just a job; it's a commitment to making a difference. Embrace a permanent position offering either 15/27 hours per week, working on a two-week fixed rota. That includes weekends and bank holidays – because great food and care don't take a day off We also have a ‘Bank team’ and we welcome successful applicants of permanent positions to also be part of this team, this will allow you the flexibility to pick up additional hours to fit around you and your personal commitments. As our services expand and develop, there may be opportunity in the future to increase contractual hours or expand your role, we are looking for great people with energy and enthusiasm to grow with us, if this is you then apply. Essentials and desirables: Food Handling & Hygiene certificate Teamwork and collaboration Good communication skills Flexibility and adaptability Experience in catering environments. Willingness to support a range of services and partners. Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Zoltan Simko, Hospitality Services Manager, Zoltan_Simkobathnes.gov.uk or call 07977066794. Interview date: TBC Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check. Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Food Handling & Hygiene certificate Teamwork and collaboration Good communication skills Flexibility and adaptability Desirable Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Experience Essential Experience in catering environments. Willingness to support a range of services and partners. Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Desirable Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Food Handling & Hygiene certificate Teamwork and collaboration Good communication skills Flexibility and adaptability Desirable Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Experience Essential Experience in catering environments. Willingness to support a range of services and partners. Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Desirable Knowledge about dietary needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Bath & North East Somerset Council Address Charlton House Keynsham Bath and North East Somerset BS31 1BF Employer's website https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)