We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.
Job Overview
We have exciting opportunities to become part of the Facilities team working as chefs in the Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran.
The post holders will work as part of a team that provides catering duties throughout the catering operation. They will assist with the day-to-day supervision and organisation of these services.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are confident to work on their own initiative, possessing flair and enthusiasm, as well as being self-motivated and able to empower the team.
The working hours will be 19:00 - 02:00 on a two-week rota which includes weekend working:
Post 2
Tuesday: 19:00-02:00
Friday: 19:00-02:00
Saturday: 19:00-02:00
Sunday: 19:00-02:00
Monday: 19:00-02:00
Wednesday: 19:00-02:00
Thursday: 19:00-02:00
Main Duties of the Job
You will undertake delegated tasks from the Operational Services Managers. Amongst other things, you will be responsible for:
1. Planning team members' work schedules and resource requirements;
2. Coordinating the work of the team to ensure team goals are reached;
3. Quality audits;
4. Effective team leader who can manage and adhere to financial targets, and is capable of maintaining high-quality standards of service, which is responsive to customers' needs;
5. Production of all meals, snacks, salads, and sandwiches for patients, staff, and visitors;
6. Production of specialised dietary requirements in accordance with the pre-agreed menu;
7. Liaising with nursing staff and Health Board dieticians regarding specialised dietary requirements;
8. Supervision of catering assistants regarding food preparation, regeneration, and food provision for customers;
9. Control of food safety and quality through continuous monitoring of food temperature and correct catering operation in accordance with Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures and good working practice.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for Our Organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow, and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary, and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications, and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, provide occupational health support, and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential Criteria
* Knowledge of the full range of work procedures, practices, and equipment for a catering service, including food hygiene processes; vocational level 3 qualification or equivalent plus knowledge for special diets acquired through training and experience to diploma equivalent level.
* City and Guilds 7061 & 7062, or NVQ level 2 in professional cookery.
* Level 2 in Food Safety.
* Allergen Aware.
* Able to create menus & recipes to meet the requirements of the customer.
* To be conversant with Natasha's Law & NHS Food and Hydration Standards.
Desirable Criteria
* Trained Level 3 or 4 Food Safety.
* Allergen Level 3.
* NVQ Level 3 advanced professional cookery.
Experience
Essential Criteria
* Working knowledge of HACCP principles and their specific application for catering.
* Previous chef experience in large scale food production.
Skills and Attributes
Essential Criteria
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Organisational skills in delivering a quality food service to patients, staff, and visitors.
* Ability to motivate staff, individuals, and teams.
* Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Capable of working within time limits and under pressure.
* Basic computer skills.
* Effective communication and training skills.
* Willingness to respond to unexpected changes and adopt a flexible approach.
Desirable Criteria
* Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
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