Job summary To work under the direction of the Head Chef to ensure a high quality, customer focussed catering service is delivered to meet the needs of the organisation. To lead on the preparation and service of food on a day to day basis providing direction and guidance for catering assistants. Main duties of the job KEY OUTCOMES: Service Delivery Preparing, cooking and presenting all food to the highest standard to meet the needs of hospice customers - patients, visitors, staff, volunteers - as well as for functions and fundraising events as requested. Contributing to and leading the effective day to day delivery of a service to the customer which meets hygiene, health and safety requirements and continuous improvement Assisting with food ordering, menu planning, stock control etc Ensuring all temperature monitoring is undertaken and recorded as appropriate with any anomalies dealt with accordingly. Ensuring all cleaning duties are carried out in accordance with the kitchen cleaning schedule and to an acceptable standard Undertaking the duties of the Head Cook in their absence Customer Care Help to ensure that all customers are satisfied with our service by being friendly and helpful at all times Provide a prompt and effective response to customer enquiries and complaints ensuring the Head Cook is informed. Help to ensure that all customers are appropriately catered for by being aware of the needs of those with medical or religious diets. Business Development To assist with the development of the service through positive participation in any new ideas and also putting forward your own ideas for improving and developing the service Team Development To act as a positive role model providing direction and guidance to Catering Assistants to ensure the service is delivered to the highest standard Work co-operatively with other members of the catering team, contributing to effective team working and a good team spirit and similarly across all departments. To comply with all relevant policies and procedures and taking part in training activities to support the development of yourself and the team The tasks and responsibilities outlined in this job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other tasks in agreement with their line manager About us The Prince of Wales Hospice provides specialist care for people with life-limiting illness and their families in the Five Towns area of Wakefield District. Date posted 20 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £18,848 to £19,394 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number HK1214081PonCDP Job locations The Prince of Wales Hospice Halfpenny Lane Pontefract West Yorkshire WF8 4BG Job description Job responsibilities The Caring Kitchen is looking for a passionate and friendly Chef de Partie Are you that individual who is passionate about food? Do you have that professional and friendly approach to work? If so, then we have just the role for you The Caring Kitchen is the commercial arm of The Prince of Wales Hospice and offers catering services for everyone in the community who wants high quality, freshly made food. You will be working alongside our Head Chef and Sous Chef in our commercial part of the kitchen, delivering high quality food for private and corporate events. We are looking for someone with: Great cooking skills with the ability to produce high quality food with high standards of presentation Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety rules in the kitchen Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload. Applying for this role To be considered for this role you will need a basic food hygiene certificate and a City and Guilds 705 or NVQ (or a significant period of time undertaking a cook role). Job description Job responsibilities The Caring Kitchen is looking for a passionate and friendly Chef de Partie Are you that individual who is passionate about food? Do you have that professional and friendly approach to work? If so, then we have just the role for you The Caring Kitchen is the commercial arm of The Prince of Wales Hospice and offers catering services for everyone in the community who wants high quality, freshly made food. You will be working alongside our Head Chef and Sous Chef in our commercial part of the kitchen, delivering high quality food for private and corporate events. We are looking for someone with: Great cooking skills with the ability to produce high quality food with high standards of presentation Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety rules in the kitchen Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload. Applying for this role To be considered for this role you will need a basic food hygiene certificate and a City and Guilds 705 or NVQ (or a significant period of time undertaking a cook role). Person Specification EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Essential Good communication skills including dealing with sensitive situations Experience of staff delegation Desirable Previous experience of working in a care sector KNOWLEDGE Essential Knowledge and understanding of HACCP Desirable. QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING Essential Basic food hygiene Certificate City and Guilds 705 or NVQ (or a significant period of time undertaking a cook role) Desirable. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Good interpersonal skills Team player who earns the support and trust of colleagues Commitment to delivering high quality, customer focused food service Flexible attitude and approach An approach that mirrors the values of support, professionalism, collaboration, creativity and confidence Desirable. Person Specification EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Essential Good communication skills including dealing with sensitive situations Experience of staff delegation Desirable Previous experience of working in a care sector KNOWLEDGE Essential Knowledge and understanding of HACCP Desirable. QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING Essential Basic food hygiene Certificate City and Guilds 705 or NVQ (or a significant period of time undertaking a cook role) Desirable. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Good interpersonal skills Team player who earns the support and trust of colleagues Commitment to delivering high quality, customer focused food service Flexible attitude and approach An approach that mirrors the values of support, professionalism, collaboration, creativity and confidence Desirable. 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 The Prince Of Wales Hospice Address The Prince of Wales Hospice Halfpenny Lane Pontefract West Yorkshire WF8 4BG Employer's website https://www.pwh.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)