Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people across England with mental health issues. We make a real difference to their lives as we introduce them to the personal, flexible and realistic support they need to improve the quality of their lives in their communities. Passionate about people, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience, training and education you need to progress in your career with us.

Role Responsibility

You will be required to cover the chefs across the Manchester based services – two independent hospitals in Swinton and Didsbury ,as well as a  nursing home in birchwood and a detox unit in ancoats. On a ad hoc basis.

As the Chef you will be responsible for:

• The preparation of beverages and preparing/serving of food to our patients.
• Ensuring that the kitchen service areas are clean and tidy in line with the Environmental Health and Local Authority Standards
• Ensuring Health and Safety regulations are followed
• Cleanliness and replenishment of stock
• Working in a person-centred approach
• Ordering stock accurately and efficiently

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent chef skills with a good technical competence in the preparation and serving of food.
• Demonstrated customer service skills as well as Listening to Service Users requests and wherever possible implication.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills with Staff, Service Users and Suppliers.
• Good Planning and organizational skills and displaying a proven ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business.
• Responsible in keeping up to date with latest Food Legislation and follow ‘H.A.C.C.P’ and ‘S.O.P’ and ‘C.O.S.H.H’ guidelines including supporting documentation.
• Understanding of Allergies legislation and a good knowledge of food diversity including Halal, Kosher and Vegan Diets amongst others, taking into consideration nutritional needs along with S.U.’s preferences.
• Ability to work to budget.
• Have a good understanding of working within the food or catering industry
• Previous catering/food preparation experience in a similar role
• Be able to manage and organise a kitchen
• Will have their NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent and Food Hygiene Level 2 or City and Guilds/706/1 & 2
• Will have an understanding of supporting people with a mental health needs

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

Being a member of our bank is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly around your existing commitments, giving you control over when you want to work in order to suit your own circumstances. But not only that – being employed by Turning Point will also give you access to many of our rewards! Here are some of the great benefits you’ll be eligible for: 

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future, with a blended approach of self-lead learning, experiential learning or more formal learning opportunities
• An annual leave entitlement that accrues as you work, to the equivalent of 29 days a year (31 days from September 2024).
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us.

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