Chef

Company description:

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

Job description:

Here at Serco we are looking for an experienced Chef to join us at HMP Dovegate, Uttoxeter to work within the residential function. As part of your role, you will carry out catering and related services for prisoners and staff as directed by the Catering & Retail Manager.

As Chef you will assist the Catering Manager and the Chef Supervisor in the delivery of catering services to the whole establishment whilst complying with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations, legislation and guidelines. Key duties will include providing varied and healthy menus for residents to include special diets, special events and religious events, whilst also keeping abreast of trends and developments in the catering industry such as menus and consumer tastes.

What you will need to do the role:

In order to carry out this role successfully, you must have strong communication skills as well as the ability to think quickly and react to different situations. You will have good recent, hands on working experience as a Chef in a large catering operation (1000+) or a similar custodial environment with some level of supervisory experience and be physically capable of working a 10-hour shift. You will also have:

• Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent GCSE.
• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ or similar in Food Preparation and Production
• Food Safety Level 3
• Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)
• Awareness of Allergen Control within Catering

If you enjoy engaging with people and have strong interpersonal skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a people-centred environment and ensure a positive experience as part of the rehabilitation of prisoners.

Why Serco:

Meaningful and vital work - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters - delivering essential services that touch people's lives

A world of opportunity - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You'll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

Great people - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You'll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.

What we offer:

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A safe and supportive culture
• The chance to make a positive difference to the prison and court systems
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Serco Benefits package

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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