Mobile Cook Job descriptionDirectorate: Education, Leisure and Lifelong LearningSection: Access Management ServicesContract Type: PermanentHours: Part time - 25 hours per week - Term Time Only (191 days per year), Monday – FridayLocation of post: Various Schools across Neath Port TalbotIs this post a secondment?
NOAdvert text:We are currently seeking a mobile Cook to join our team in preparing nutritious meals in our local schools.The successful candidate will be responsible for the ordering, preparation, cooking and service of meals.
Also responsible for the organisation and supervision of staff and to work to a high standard to provide a quality service.The main duties of the post are: Preparation and cooking of all food for service in line with The Healthy Eating in Schools Regulations 2013 and to the standards laid down by Management.
Working in accordance with agreed schedules, and comply with all Food and Health and Safety Regulations.Setting up of Servery Counter and service of food, practising portion control as per guidelines, also ensuring good food presentation.When applicable, washing up of crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils, ensuring good Health and Safety Practices.Maintenance of a clean work area by ensuring regular cleaning of all equipment, storerooms and ancillary areas.Organise, supervise and train staff to ensure even distribution of work and quality of service to the Customer.
Identify staff and own training needs.Maintenance of stock system, ensuring safekeeping of goods in stock.
You will havethe following experience: A Proven background and experience of working in catering and requirements in relation to preparation and cooking of meals.Experience of working within and having responsibility for implementing current legislative requirements with regard to the kitchen and catering operation.
Ideally you will have: City and Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent NVQ 2/3 or relevant experienceLevel 3 Award in food safety and catering or equivalent (HACCP)A current driving licence and have access to suitable vehicle If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.
DBS requirements: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure with Child Bared list Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our school are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.
The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh Language skills are not required.Additional Information: Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council.
Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this.
If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you.
Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.Welsh:Not Required