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About the Role
Aramark UK is recruiting a Cook for their Education sector at Waltham Forest College, E17 4JB. This role involves providing breakfast and lunch services for approximately 250-350 covers. Aramark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all employees to share this commitment and undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Responsibilities
- Oversee food production and service, ensuring an efficient workflow and high-quality meal preparation.
- Ensure all food is prepared according to recipe specifications, menu requirements, and quality standards while minimizing waste.
- Delegate tasks, supervise General Assistants, and train new employees on food preparation, customer service, and safety procedures.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, COSHH, allergen regulations, and company food safety policies, including accurate record keeping.
- Track inventory levels, complete stock checks, place orders, and manage stock rotation to reduce waste and control costs.
- Handle customer enquiries, dietary requirements, and complaints professionally while promoting a positive dining experience.
- Assist the Chef Manager in managing food costs, achieving gross profit targets, and maintaining waste levels within the 5% target.
- Maintain production records, temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and documentation required for audits and compliance purposes.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
- Courteous manner.
- Flexible approach to hours and duties.
Location
- Waltham Forest College, E17 4JB
Work Type
- Permanent
- Monday to Friday
- Term time only
- 35 hours
Salary/Compensations
- £16/hour
Benefits
- Free meals on shift
- Free parking
- Access to PerkBox (discounts on shopping, treats, etc.)
- Life assurance
- Pension enrolment
- Term time only
- Fabulous career prospects
- Opportunities for internal promotion
- Great training provided
- Apprenticeship schemes
About the Company
- At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.
- As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
- We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment.
- Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
- All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Equal Opportunity
- As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
- We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment.