Job Description
Main function:
Handle preparation of meals & operations of food.
Reports Directly to: Head Chef/ F & B Manager
- To be competent in a range of food preparation, cooking and presentation techniques.
- To personally prepare dishes for patients and hospital staff and participate in other activities in the kitchen.
- To ensure that dishes are produced to the required standards both in quality and presentation prior to service.
- To requisite supplies and ensure that they are properly used and accounted for and all storage areas are kept clean.
- Report any depleting stocks from storage areas to the Head Chef or Sous Chef
- To ensure all storage areas are kept in order.
- All low stock items are to be recorded and reported to Head Chef.
- To ensure that the correct food rotation procedures are adhered to and to control and minimize waste.
- To comply with food handlers, test regulations, concerning the hygiene and safety of staff, food and equipment.
- To enquire of and know the emergency evacuation procedures.
- Report all mechanical and needs for repairs to the Head / Sous Chef.
- To respond quickly and appropriately to customer demands within set standards, policies and procedures.